African turquoise killifish
Nothobranchius furzeri
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African turquoise killifish (Nothobranchius furzeri) is a freshwater fish of the family Nothobranchiidae (African Killifish), in the order Cyprinodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 6.5 cm.
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The African turquoise killifish (Nothobranchius furzeri) is a small freshwater fish reaching about 6.5 cm in length. It is notable for having one of the shortest natural lifespans of any vertebrate and inhabits seasonal pools in southeastern Africa.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 6,5 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| Orden | Cyprinodontiformes (Live-bearers and killifish) |
| Familia | Nothobranchiidae (African Killifish) |
| Especies | Nothobranchius furzeri |
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