{"product_id":"normans-lampeye-killifish-poropanchax-normani","title":"Norman's Lampeye Killifish (Poropanchax normani)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Norman's Lampeye Killifish (Poropanchax normani) is a peaceful, tiny freshwater nano fish famous for the bright, iridescent blue crescent on the upper part of its eyes. Native to the slow-moving streams and swamps of Central and Western Africa, these fish stay near the top water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey look incredible in heavily planted tanks where their glowing eyes pop against dark green backgrounds.Unlike many other killifish, they are not annual fish and can live for 3 to 5 years with proper care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Note: Some sources mistakenly list them as annuals or Southeast Asian fish, but they are officially non-annual African livebearers\/procatopodids).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick Species Overview\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult Size: 1.2 to 1.6 inches (3 to 4 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifespan: 3 to 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament: Very peaceful and slightly timid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwimming Zone: Top to middle water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Parameters \u0026amp; Environment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTank Size: Minimum 10 gallons (40 liters) for a small group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature: 73°F to 78°F (23°C to 26°C).pH Range: 6.5 to 7.2 (Prefers slightly acidic to neutral water).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Hardness: 4 to 15 dKH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlow: Gentle, slow water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTank Setup Essentials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTight Lid Needed: They are notorious jumpers. A tight-fitting lid or lowered water level is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy Vegetation: Provide lots of fine-leafed plants and mosses for security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFloating Plants: Use species like Frogbit, Salvinia, or Water Lettuce. This diffuses the light, which makes the fish less skittish and highlights their glowing eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark Substrate: Dark sand or gravel brings out their natural silver-blue body sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSocial Structure \u0026amp; Tank Mates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorman's Lampeyes are strict schooling fish. You must keep them in a group of at least 6 to 8 individuals, though 10 to 15 is highly recommended if space allows. In small numbers, they become pale, stressed, and hide constantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent Tank Mates:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShrimp: Fully safe with adult Dwarf Cherry Shrimp (though they may snack on tiny, unprotected shrimplets).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNano Fish: Ember Tetras, Pygmy Corydoras, Boraras Rasboras, and small Pencilfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid: Anything large enough to fit them in its mouth. They are easily intimidated by active, large community fish like Discus or large tetras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey have upturned mouths designed for surface feeding. Because they are tiny, their food must be crushed very small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaily Staples: High-quality crushed flakes, micro granules, or crushed freeze-dried foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive\/Frozen Treats: They love baby brine shrimp, daphnia, cyclops, and micro-worms. Feeding live food brings out their best coloration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are continuous egg-layers and are relatively easy to breed in a home aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMales have longer, more pointed fins, while females are more rounded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey deposit eggs daily into dense plants, mosses, or spawning mops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a heavily planted, mature tank, a few fry will often survive and grow alongside the adults without intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jasmin Aquatics Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53428124713257,"sku":null,"price":5.25,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/4325\/2521\/files\/Micro-Pellets_20260814_211400_0000.png?v=1786727916","url":"https:\/\/jasminaquaticsstore.com\/products\/normans-lampeye-killifish-poropanchax-normani","provider":"Jasmin Aquatics Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}