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Pachypanchax omalonotus (Duméril, 1861) Powder-blue panchax |
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| Family: | Aplocheilidae (Killifishes) | |||
| Max. size: | 9.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater, non-migratory | |||
| Distribution: | Africa: western and northern Madagascar and adjacent islands. | |||
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| Biology: | Occurs in brooks and small rivers, mostly in quiet parts (Ref. 3788). Not a seasonal killifish. Is difficult to maintain in aquarium (Ref. 27139); prefers aquaria with rocks, plants and driftwood (Ref. 6398). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 30 June 2016 (B1ab(v)) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||