Aphyosemion erythron (SONNENBERG, 2008)

Reddish Lyretail

SynonymsTop ↑

Chromaphyosemion erythron Sonnenberg, 2008

Etymology

Aphyosemion: from the Greek aphúe (Gr. ἀφύη), meaning ‘a small fish’, and semeion (Gr. σημεῖον), meaning ‘banner, flag’, in reference to the “ornamented, often lyre-shaped” caudal fin in male individuals of genus members.

erythron: from the Greek eruthrós (Gr. ἐρῠθρός), meaning ‘red, reddish’, in reference to this species’ colour pattern which comprises rows of red dots on the fins and flanks.

Classification

Order: Cyprinodontiformes Family: Nothobranchiidae

Distribution

Described from Río Muni, Equatorial Guinea and appears endemic to south-western parts of the country, with additional collections having occurred in the Río Aye, Río Ecucu and lower Río Benito drainages.

Maximum Standard Length

20 – 25 mm

NotesTop ↑

This species was referred to as A. sp. Ecurya prior to description.