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Name

Scientific name

Microctenopoma ansorgii

Described by

Not recorded

Family

Anabantidae

Common names

Ornate ctenopoma

Photograph credits

All 1 credited

Summary

The ornate ctenopoma, Microctenopoma ansorgii, is an anabantoid from the Congo basin in the Republic of Congo and Democratic Republic of Co…

Size and aquarium

Maximum size

70mm, standard length

Aquarium size

Not recorded

Water

Water conditions

Temperature 20–27°C, pH 5.5–7.5

Hardness

5–20dGH

Conductivity

Not recorded

Behaviour

Temperament

Aggressive towards its own kind

Social needs

Not recorded

Social needs
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Community suitability

Not recorded

Where it lives

Countries, regions, rivers and lakes

Angola, DR Congo

Writing

Etymology

Not written yet

Distribution

Native to the River Congo basin in parts of both the Republic of Congo and Democratic Republic of Congo. Apparently a feral population exists on the island of …

Habitat

Native to the River Congo basin in parts of both the Republic of Congo and Democratic Republic of Congo. Apparently a feral population exists on the island of …

Aquarium size

30" x 12" x 12" (975x30x30cm)

Maintenance

Prefers a densely planted tank with lots of floating cover and stained water. Peat filtration is beneficial. The tank should be well-covered as these fish are …

Water conditions

Temperature: 20 – 27 °C, but aim for the upper end of this range. pH: 5.5-7.5 Hardness: 5-20 dH

Diet

Provide a diet consisting mainly of small frozen or live food. Rarely accepts dried foods.

Behaviour and compatibility

This is quite a slow-moving fish and will easily be out-competed by more boisterous species at feeding time, so is best kept with small, peaceful species that …

Sexual dimorphism

Males are the larger sex and are much more colourful. They also have white edges to the anal and dorsal fins.

Reproduction

Possible but tricky. Bubblenester. A dimly-lit, well-planted aquarium with lots of floating plants and soft, acidic water is required to spawn these fish. Cond…

Notes

This is the most colourful of the African anabantoids and is much sought after by hobbyists. A male in full breeding dress is truly a sight to behold. In natur…

References

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