Normans Lampeye Killifish

Normans Lampeye Care Sheet

Overview

Tank Setup

Tips:

• Keep in groups of 610 for natural schooling behavior.

• Floating plants help reduce stress and mimic natural habitat.

• Sensitive to poor water quality; maintain stable parameters.

Diet

• Type: Omnivorous / micropredator

• Best Foods: Micro-pellets, microworms, baby brine shrimp, daphnia, finely crushed flake foods.

• Feeding Frequency: Small amounts 12 times daily.

Behavior & Compatibility

• Peaceful and active; ideal for nano and community tanks.

• Active near the water surface; males display vibrant lampeye coloring during excitement.

• Can coexist with other small, non-aggressive fish.

Tank Mate Guide

Compatible Species

• Other small killifish

• Ember Tetras, Glowlight Danios

• Pygmy Corydoras

• Rasboras (chili, harlequin)

Avoid or Use Caution With

• Larger or aggressive fish

• Bettas or fin-nippers

• Fish that outcompete for surface food

Breeding Info

• Spawning Method: Egg scatterers; use fine-leaved plants or spawning mops.

• Parental Care: None; adults may eat eggs.

• Fry Care: Feed microworms or infusoria initially, then baby brine shrimp.

Fun Facts

• Named for the iridescent blue lampeye marking above each eye.

• Very small, peaceful, and excellent for planted nano tanks.

• Requires stable, clean water to maintain vibrant coloration.