Korthaus's Notho (Nothobranchius korthausae)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameNothobranchius korthausae

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asMafia Killi, Korthausae Killifish

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size1.8 in

Minimum tank size5 gallons

Water parametersTemp 68-75°F, pH 6.0-7.2, GH 4-12 dGH

Appearance

Yellow and red color forms; males show a warm orange-yellow body with red scale edging and red-marked fins.

Difficulty and care for the Korthaus's Notho

Hard

Origin and habitat

Mafia Island, Tanzania (East Africa)

Keeper notes

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

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