Foersch's Notho (Nothobranchius foerschi)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameNothobranchius foerschi

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asFoerschi Killifish

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size2 in

Minimum tank size5 gallons

Water parametersTemp 70-78°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 6-15 dGH

Appearance

Red-bodied male with green iridescence and a red-and-black banded tail; a vivid East African annual.

Difficulty and care for the Foersch's Notho

Hard

Origin and habitat

Tanzania (East Africa)

Keeper notes

Annual; males spar. Species tank best. Eats shrimp and fry.

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