Author: (Allen, 1981)
FBname: Popondetta blue-eye
Comments: Generally found in clear, moderate to fairly rapid flowing streams in both shaded rainforest or sunlit, exposed sections.  The altitudinal range is from about 30-300 m (Ref. 2847).  An egg laying omnivore and a peaceful community fish which prefers the following aquarium conditions:  pH=7.7, H=14, 28°C water temperature and some vegetative cover (Ref. 6398).