Gabon Killifish (Aphyosemion gabunense)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAphyosemion gabunense

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asGabunense Killi

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore

Adult size2 in

Minimum tank size5 gallons

Water parametersTemp 68-75°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 2-8 dGH

Appearance

Blue-green body with red spotting and patterned fins; several subspecies and locality strains traded by code among specialists.

Difficulty and care for the Gabon Killifish

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Gabon (West Africa)

Keeper notes

Peaceful; males display. Eats shrimplets.

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