Bellotti's Pearlfish (Austrolebias bellottii)

Fish in the family Rivulidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAustrolebias bellottii

FamilyRivulidae

Also known asArgentine Pearl Killifish, Bellottii Killi

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size2.5 in

Minimum tank size10 gallons

Water parametersTemp 60-72°F, pH 6.0-7.2, GH 4-12 dGH

Appearance

Stocky annual; males blue-grey with pearly spotting and dark vertical bars; females mottled brown.

Difficulty and care for the Bellotti's Pearlfish

Hard

Origin and habitat

Argentina, Uruguay (South America)

Keeper notes

Annual; aggressive males. Species tank essential. Eats shrimp and fry. Cooler water.

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