Guignard's Killifish (Scriptaphyosemion guignardi)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameScriptaphyosemion guignardi

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asRoloffia guignardi, Guignardi Killi

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size2.2 in

Minimum tank size10 gallons

Water parametersTemp 70-77°F, pH 6.0-7.0, GH 4-12 dGH

Appearance

Blue-green body with red dots and red-and-yellow fin markings; a West African semi-annual traded by collection code.

Difficulty and care for the Guignard's Killifish

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Senegal, Guinea (West Africa)

Keeper notes

Males spar; provide cover. Eats shrimplets and fry. Semi-annual breeding behavior.

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