Golden Skiffia (Skiffia francesae)
Fish in the family Goodeidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameSkiffia francesae
FamilyGoodeidae
Also known asTiro Dorado, Golden Sawfin Goodeid
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
DietOmnivore
Adult size2 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 64-77°F, pH 7.0-8.0, GH 10-25 dGH
Appearance
Small goodeid; breeding males flush golden-yellow with notched (sawfin) dorsal and anal fins. Females plain.
Difficulty and care for the Golden Skiffia
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Rio Teuchitlan, Jalisco, Mexico (extinct in the wild)
Keeper notes
Mildly nippy goodeid; keep in groups. Extinct in the wild and maintained entirely through aquarium conservation breeding.
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