Norman’s Lampeye

Common Name: Norman’s Lampeye
Scientific Name: Poropanchax normani
Genus: Poropanchax
Wild Origin: West Africa, primarily found in slow-moving rivers and streams in Nigeria and Cameroon

Norman’s Lampeye is a small, peaceful freshwater fish known for its characteristic bright blue eyes that reflect light, creating a “lamplike” glow. This unique eye coloration, combined with its gentle demeanor and active schooling behavior, makes it a popular choice for nano and community aquariums.

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R58,00

18 in stock

18 in stock

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Common Name: Norman’s Lampeye
Scientific Name: Poropanchax normani
Genus: Poropanchax
Wild Origin: West Africa, primarily found in slow-moving rivers and streams in Nigeria and Cameroon

Norman’s Lampeye is a small, peaceful freshwater fish known for its characteristic bright blue eyes that reflect light, creating a “lamplike” glow. This unique eye coloration, combined with its gentle demeanor and active schooling behavior, makes it a popular choice for nano and community aquariums. Norman’s Lampeye typically grows to about 1-1.5 inches (2.5-3.8 cm) and can live for 3-5 years with proper care.

Habitat and Tank Requirements:

In the wild, Norman’s Lampeye inhabits slow-moving, well-vegetated waters. To replicate this environment in a home aquarium, it’s essential to provide a well-planted tank with open swimming areas and calm, clean water.

Tank Size and Water Parameters:

PARAMETER RECOMMENDED
Tank Size Minimum 20 litres
Temperature 73-82°F (23-28°C)
pH 6.0-7.5
Hardness Soft to moderately hard water, 2-10 dGH

Norman’s Lampeyes do best in a well-planted tank with soft to moderately hard water. A dark substrate enhances their colors and creates a beautiful contrast with their glowing eyes. Floating plants or low to moderate lighting can help to diffuse the light, as overly bright lighting may cause stress. These fish enjoy calm water, so a gentle filter is ideal, and regular water changes are important for maintaining stable water conditions.

We Recommend:

These carefully selected options provide a well-balanced nutritional profile, ensuring that your fish receive the essential nutrients they need for optimal growth, vibrant colors, and overall health. By offering a variety of these high-quality foods, you can help maintain the vitality and well-being of your fish, promoting a healthy and thriving aquarium environment.

Behavior and Compatibility:

Norman’s Lampeyes are peaceful, schooling fish that should be kept in groups of at least 6-8 individuals. When kept in schools, they exhibit their best behavior and color, swimming together in tight formations. Their calm and social nature makes them excellent tank mates for other small, peaceful species.

Ideal companions include other small fish such as tetras, rasboras, dwarf gouramis, and Corydoras catfish. However, they should not be housed with large or aggressive species, as they may be outcompeted for food or stressed by larger fish. Norman’s Lampeyes are ideal for nano tanks and peaceful community aquariums.

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