Banner Killifish (Aphyosemion calliurum)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAphyosemion calliurum

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asCalliurum 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

Blue-green flanks with red dots and bold yellow-red banded fins; lyre-shaped caudal in males.

Difficulty and care for the Banner Killifish

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Nigeria, Cameroon, Benin (West Africa)

Keeper notes

Peaceful; males display. Eats shrimplets.

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