Clown Killifish (Epiplatys annulatus)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameEpiplatys annulatus

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asBanded Panchax, Rocket Killi, Pseudepiplatys annulatus

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore

Adult size1.4 in

Minimum tank size5 gallons

Water parametersTemp 72-79°F, pH 4.5-6.5, GH 1-6 dGH

Appearance

A miniature surface fish boldly banded in black and cream with a blue-and-red 'rocket-flame' caudal fin. One of the most popular nano killies.

Difficulty and care for the Clown Killifish

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Guinea, Sierra Leone, Liberia (West Africa)

Keeper notes

Tiny and completely peaceful; safe with adult dwarf shrimp (may take the smallest shrimplets). A premier nano shrimp-tank killi. Keep in groups.

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