Palmqvist's Notho (Nothobranchius palmqvisti)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameNothobranchius palmqvisti

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asPalmqvisti Killifish

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size2 in

Minimum tank size5 gallons

Water parametersTemp 68-76°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 6-15 dGH

Appearance

Iridescent blue-green body with red scale margins and a broad red-and-black banded caudal fin.

Difficulty and care for the Palmqvist's Notho

Hard

Origin and habitat

Kenya, Tanzania (East Africa)

Keeper notes

Annual; males spar. Species tank recommended. Eats shrimp and fry.

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