Red-spotted Aphyosemion (Aphyosemion cognatum)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAphyosemion cognatum

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asCognatum Killi

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore

Adult size1.8 in

Minimum tank size5 gallons

Water parametersTemp 70-76°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 3-10 dGH

Appearance

Small, lively male with a blue-green body densely sprinkled with red dots and reddish patterned fins.

Difficulty and care for the Red-spotted Aphyosemion

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Democratic Republic of Congo (Central Africa)

Keeper notes

Peaceful; males display. Eats shrimplets.

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