Aphyosemion wachtersi Radda & Huber, 1978
Aphyosemion wachtersi
photo by Terceira, A.C.

Family:  Nothobranchiidae (African rivulines)
Max. size:  5 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 5.5, non-migratory
Distribution:  Africa: Upper Ogowe and upper Louesse drainage systems in southern Congo.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Occurs in brooks and small streams in the rainforest (Ref. 3788). Not a seasonal killifish. Is very difficult to maintain in aquarium (Ref. 27139).
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 16 February 2009 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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