Species:  Simpsonichthys stellatus
Description: Costa & Brasil, 1994
Etymology: Starspotted Pearlfish
References: Dr Lothar Seegers, Killifishes of the World: New World Killis, Aqualog Verlag pg 186
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Abstract:  
Synonyms:
  • "Starspotted Pearlfish"
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    Type Locality:  
    Distribution: Minas Gerais, Brazil
    Biotope:  
    Size: Males 5 cm, females 4 cm
    Characteristics:  
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    Populations:
  • "Ibiaí" (Minas Gerais, Brazil)
  • "Januaria" (Minas Gerais, Brazil)
  • "Paracatu"
  • "Pintópolis"
  • "São Francisco" (Rio São Francisco basin, Minas Gerais, Brazil)
    • Breeding: This species breeds when the temperature is above 18C. The pair dives into the peat where the eggs are placed. The peat is dryed and stored in 2,5 - 3 months at 18-26C.

    The males defends small territories where other males are not tolerated.
    Rare species like this can be difficult to breed succesfully. A relatively low temperature seems important. Also the eggs are very hard to see in the peat.
    Incubation: [26ºC] 8 - 10 weeks
    Egg Diameter:  
    Remarks: Temperature: 16-28C.
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