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Aphyosemion australe
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
3–8 ans
Energy
Moyen
Maintenance
Faible
Training
Faible
Aphyosemion australe, commonly called Cap-Lopez or Lyretail, is a species of fish belonging to the family Nothobranchiidae. Originally from West Africa, it is an appreciated fish in aquarium keeping and its breeding has made it possible to create several different varieties.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Modéré
Trainability
Faible
Maintenance
Faible
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Medium size (5–30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Life expectancy: 3 to 8 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3Moderate energy — 30 to 60 minutes of exercise per day sufficient.
- 4Minimal maintenance — low shedding, occasional brushing.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Aphyosemion australe
Our selection
Dry food suited to the Aphyosemion australe
Origins & history
A story told
The Aphyosemion australe comes from a coastal zone located between the mouth of the Ogooué River (also called Ogowé), northwest of Gabon near the homonymous Cape Lopez, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is also found in countries such as Angola further south and Cameroon further north.
Character
Daily temperament
This species lives in harems each consisting of one male and several females. It is an oviparous fish. Once the eggs are deposited in subaquatic vegetation, they develop there for approximately fifteen days. The fry feed on live prey from hatching. Its adult diet is that of an opportunistic carnivore. It excels at jumping, which is why in captivity an aquarium with a lid is recommended. An A. australe can live from less than a year to approximately three years, perhaps more under the most favorable living conditions.
Physical
Breed standard
Measuring an average of 5 or 6 cm in length for the male, 4 or 5 for the female, its body is streamlined and flattened. There are several known local species displaying different colors. A breeding variety called "gold" is a vivid orange sprinkled with light brown or reddish spots.
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Sexual dimorphism is evident, first by the difference in colors (the male is much more colorful than the light beige female), then by the shape of the fins (much more rounded in the female).
Living conditions
What living situation?
The Aphyosemion australe comes from a coastal zone located between the mouth of the Ogooué River (also called Ogowé), northwest of Gabon near the homonymous Cape Lopez, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is also found in countries such as Angola further south and Cameroon further north.
What if you adopted your future companion?
The Aphyosemion australe of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of aphyosemion australe (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.
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What human age for a aphyosemion australe ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 3–8 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
Equivalent human age
52years
Mature
Metabolism slows down. Monitor weight and early signs of joint stiffness, and have teeth checked.
Estimate: Proportional estimate: a reference life expectancy of 5 years, scaled to an 80-year human life. No reference veterinary table exists for this species.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for fish
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- Pacific tunaModerate
- Copper sulphateModerate
- red meatModerate
- breadLow
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a aphyosemion australe ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for fish. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
225 g
per day · 719 kcal
113 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 320 kcal/100g.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Aphyosemion australe
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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