Aquarist Species:  Limia nigrofasciata

Aquarist: Selectpet606

Species Profile: Limia nigrofasciata

Common Name:   Humpback Limia, Black Bar Limia

Description:   

Category:   Livebearers

Global Region:   North America

Distribution:   Lake Miragoâne

CARES Status:   Critically Endangered

Aquarist Notes

Collection Point:   Lake Miragoâne

Genetic Line:   FX 3rd or more Generation

Year Acquired:   2024

Provide a well-planted tank (20+ gallons) with hard, alkaline water (pH 7.0-8.2) and temperatures around 72-82°F, using sand substrate and good filtration; keep them in groups with more females than males to reduce harassment, offer a varied diet

Spawning notes:

Species Spawned:   Yes

Typical poeciliidae: plant cover for fry ration of at least 2 females per male. Gestation is around 28 days. This is one of the few species of Limia where males display courting behaviors.

Have Reared Fry?   Yes