Aphyosemion plagitaenium Huber 2004

Photo courtesy of Pat Rimmer


Meaning of Name

 

First Description

Huber, J. H. 2004.

Description of a new Aphyosemion species from Congo, A.plagitaenium n.sp., exhibiting a probably intra generic color convergence with oblique more bars.(Freshwater & navy aquarium (FAMA) 27 (12): 70 - 74

Size

Male. 5 cm.

Meristics

 

Karyotype

 

Sub-Genus

 

Group

 

Synonyms
  • A.sp.Epoma.

Populations

  • RPC 91 / 1 (Epoma)

My first Epoma. Imported early '90's.

Photo courtesy of Peter Tirbak

A.sp.Epoma RPC 91 / 1 male
Photo courtesy of Vasco Gomes

 

A.sp.Epoma RPC 91 / 1 female
Photo courtesy of Vasco Gomes

 

 

Type Locality

Epoma.

Distribution

Presently only known from the type locality.

Habitat

 

Distinguishing Characteristics It is difficult for experienced Aphyosemion elegans group enthusiasts to mistake this for another species. The anal fin is quite distinctive with a very wide outer margin of yellow which can become more green closer to the body.
Colour/Pattern Variability Low.
History

 

Breeding Notes

 

Diameter of Egg  
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