Garnerella Killifish (Garnerella picta)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameGarnerella picta

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asAphyosemion picta (misapplied)

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore

Adult size1.6 in

Minimum tank size5 gallons

Water parametersTemp 70-77°F, pH 5.5-6.8, GH 2-8 dGH

Appearance

A small slender killi with a patterned, often reddish-spotted body; a niche Gabonese species traded among killifish hobbyists.

Difficulty and care for the Garnerella Killifish

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Gabon (West Africa)

Keeper notes

Tiny and peaceful; males display. Eats shrimplets. A specialist club species.

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