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Name
Scientific name
Limia melanogaster
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Poeciliidae
Common names
Black-bellied Limia
Photograph credits
All 2 credited
Summary
The black-bellied limia, Limia melanogaster, is a small livebearer endemic to Jamaica, where it usually lives in small streams. Originally …
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
40mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 60 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Minimum height 30 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 22–28°C, pH 7.5–8.5
Hardness
20–30dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Peaceful
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Not recorded
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Jamaica.
Habitat
It is usually found living in small streams.
Aquarium size
60 ∗ 30 ∗ 30 cm
Maintenance
Prefers a tank with densely planted areas but also plenty of open swimming space hence the relatively large recommended tank size. Also appreciates some floati…
Water conditions
Temperature: 22 – 28 °C pH: 7.5-8.5 Hardness: 20-30 dH
Diet
Very unfussy. Will accept most foods
Behaviour and compatibility
Peaceful and can be combined with other small hard water tolerant fish.
Sexual dimorphism
The male is smaller and possesses a gonopodium.
Reproduction
Easy. Reproduces in the usual livebearer fashion. Males can be incredibly vigorous in their pursuit of females, so the breeding tank should be as large as poss…
Notes
This species was originally classified in the genus Limia before this was made a sub-genus of Poecilia. Confusingly they have been reclassified once more into …
References
References
No references