Ahl's Killifish (Aphyosemion ahli)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAphyosemion ahli

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asBlue Gularis (misapplied), Ahli Killi

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore

Adult size2.2 in

Minimum tank size5 gallons

Water parametersTemp 70-77°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 3-10 dGH

Appearance

Brilliant blue male with red spotting and yellow-and-red fin margins, closely allied to A. calliurum.

Difficulty and care for the Ahl's Killifish

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Cameroon (West Africa)

Keeper notes

Peaceful; males display. Eats shrimplets.

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