Kneria stappersii
NameKneria stappersii
Scientific NameKneria stappersii
Common NamesKneria, Stappers' Kneria
FamilyKneriidae
OriginCentral Africa, Lake Tanganyika Basin
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesSmall Tanganyikan cichlids, Shell dwellers, Other peaceful African riverine fish
Description
Kneria stappersii is a small, elongated freshwater fish native to the Lake Tanganyika basin in Central Africa. It is a peaceful, schooling species that thrives in well-oxygenated water with moderate current, feeding on small invertebrates and detritus.
