Eggers' Notho (Nothobranchius eggersi)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameNothobranchius eggersi

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asBlue Notho, Eggersi Killifish

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size1.8 in

Minimum tank size5 gallons

Water parametersTemp 68-75°F, pH 6.0-7.0, GH 4-10 dGH

Appearance

Comes in red and blue color forms; males are deep blue or fiery red with contrasting fin margins. Females plain.

Difficulty and care for the Eggers' Notho

Hard

Origin and habitat

Tanzania (East Africa)

Keeper notes

Annual; males aggressive to one another. Species tank recommended. Eats shrimp and fry.

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