Aplocheilus kirchmayeri explained

Aplocheilus kirchmayeri is a species of killifish native to India.[1] It was named after the aquarist J. Kirchmayer. Its validity as a species has been questioned, with some experts believing that it is a subspecies of Aplocheilus blockii.[2] The species has been noted to be rather difficult to keep in an aquarium.

Description

The species is a freshwater fish.[3] The maximum length is .[4] Its anal fin has 14 rays and yellow lines. There is a black spot on each of the dorsal fins as well.[5] Markings are present surrounding the eyes and on the mouth.[6]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Aplocheilus kirchmayeri Berkenkamp & Etzel 1986 - Encyclopedia of Life. eol.org. 2019-04-30.
  2. Web site: Aplocheilus kirchmayeri: The Dwarf Panchax of Goa Details Articles TFH Magazine®. www.tfhmagazine.com. 2019-04-30.
  3. Web site: WoRMS - World Register of Marine Species - Aplocheilus kirchmayeri Berkenkamp & Etzel, 1986. www.marinespecies.org. 2019-04-30.
  4. Web site: Aplocheilus kirchmayeri summary page. FishBase. en. 2019-04-30.
  5. Web site: Aplocheilus kirchmayeri Berkenkamp & Etzel, 1986. India Biodiversity Portal. 2019-04-30.
  6. Web site: KILLI-DATA ONLINE - Aplocheilus kirchmayeri, information snapshot (Cyprinodontiformes, Killifishes). www.killi-data.org. 2019-04-30.

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