Splendid Killifish (Aphyosemion splendopleure)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAphyosemion splendopleure

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asSplendopleure Killi

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore

Adult size2.2 in

Minimum tank size5 gallons

Water parametersTemp 70-77°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 3-10 dGH

Appearance

Variable, often blue-bodied male with red striping and dots and broad, colorful fins; many locality strains.

Difficulty and care for the Splendid Killifish

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea (West Africa)

Keeper notes

Peaceful; males display. Eats shrimplets.

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