Elegant Killifish (Aphyosemion elegans)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAphyosemion elegans

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asElegans Killi

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore

Adult size2 in

Minimum tank size5 gallons

Water parametersTemp 70-76°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 2-8 dGH

Appearance

Slender blue-green body with red spotting and lyre-shaped, red-edged fins; an elegant Congo-basin killi.

Difficulty and care for the Elegant Killifish

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Democratic Republic of Congo (Central Africa)

Keeper notes

Peaceful; males display. Eats shrimplets.

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