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Procatopus nototaenia

Nototaenia Emperor, Striped Lampeye
Temperature
20–25°C
pH
5.8–7.5
dGH
1–10 ppm
Size
10 cm
Tank
80 L
This species is known for its beautiful colors and scales that shimmer under the right lighting. It is a peaceful shoaling fish, best kept in groups. They can be sensitive to water quality changes, and thus require consistent monitoring of their environment.

Water parameters

Hardness
1–10 ppm
Temperature
20–25°C
pH
5.8–7.5

Tank & size

Fish size
10 cm
Tank length
60 cm
Tank volume
80 L

Distribution

Cameroon.