Sjöstedt's killifish
Fundulopanchax sjoestedti
Familia : Nothobranchiidae
A large, peaceful killifish with subtle colors, suitable for community tanks. It enjoys soft, slightly acidic water.
Descripción
Fundulopanchax sjoestedti can reach 10 cm, making it one of the largest killifish. Its body is elongated and robust, with a long dorsal fin. Males are blue-green with red spots, females are brown-yellow. It has a terminal mouth and large eyes. It is a calm fish that swims throughout the water column. It is less territorial than Nothobranchius. Its peculiarity is that it can live several years in an aquarium. It reproduces by laying eggs on plants or moss.
Hábitat
Región :
Forest streams and freshwater swamps
Distribución :
Parámetros recomendados
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Notas de cuidado
Temperature: 22–26 °C, pH 6.0–7.5, GH 2–15, KH 1–8. A 60-liter tank minimum is recommended for a group. Accepts dry foods but prefers live or frozen prey. Compatible with other peaceful fish of similar size. A lid is necessary as it may jump. Plant densely and leave open areas. Filtration should be moderate. Breeding is easy: eggs hatch in 10–14 days without diapause.