Care guide, husbandry, breeding, disease, and sourcing intelligence on Normans Lampeye - written by the Fast Aquatics editorial team.
Normans Lampeye at a glance
Adult size: 1.5 inches · Min tank/pond: 15 gallons · Difficulty: beginner · Diet: carnivore · Lifespan: 2-3 years.
Normans Lampeye (Poropanchax normani) is a popular freshwater fish in the aquarium and pond hobby. Hardy and forgiving when given proper water chemistry.
Where Normans Lampeye comes from
Normans Lampeye (Poropanchax normani) is native to specific tropical and subtropical freshwater systems. Captive-bred specimens at most LFS come from generations of farmed stock and are generally hardier and more colorful than wild-caught equivalents.
Normans Lampeye tank size and setup
Normans Lampeye requires a minimum of 15 gallons for healthy adults. The minimum is based on 1.5 inches adult size and territorial range. Plan a tank sized for adult footprint, HOB or canister filter rated 4-6x volume, dechlorinated water, appropriate temperature heater, and stocking-appropriate hardscape.
Water parameters for Normans Lampeye
Normans Lampeye prefers freshwater parameters: temperature 74-80°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 4-12 dGH, KH 3-8 dKH, ammonia + nitrite 0 ppm, nitrate under 20 ppm. Use dechlorinator on every water change.
What Normans Lampeye eats
Normans Lampeye is a carnivore. Provide frozen mysis, brine, finely chopped seafood, and quality carnivore pellets. Live food triggers feeding response in stressed arrivals. Browse our food guides for product recommendations.
Normans Lampeye tankmates and compatibility
Normans Lampeye works in community tanks with peaceful species in similar size class. Avoid mixing aggressive with passive species.
Normans Lampeye adult size and lifespan
Normans Lampeye reaches 1.5 inches at adulthood with a captive lifespan of 2-3 years with proper care.
Can you breed Normans Lampeye?
Normans Lampeye can be bred in dedicated breeding tanks with appropriate setup and water-chemistry triggers. Research the species-specific breeding requirements before attempting.
Common Normans Lampeye diseases and problems
Normans Lampeye is susceptible to standard freshwater diseases (ich, columnaris, fin rot, bacterial infections). Quarantine new Normans Lampeye for 4 weeks before adding to display.
Where to buy Normans Lampeye online
Normans Lampeye is sold at LFS, online retailers, and direct from breeders. Browse live Normans Lampeye from vetted Fast Aquatics vendors with carrier-tracked overnight shipping, climate-aware hold logic, and a 4-hour DOA window with photo-evidence claims.
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Normans Lampeye taxonomy and care recommendations cross-checked against the following authoritative references and our internal vendor + breeder database.