Eggers Killifish
Aphyosemion eggersi
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pH
5.5–7
Temperature
22–26 °C
Max size
5 cm
Min tank
40 L
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
A West African killifish usually sold as a pair. Soft acidic water, dim light and plenty of cover suit it; males colour up intensely when housed away from rivals.
Care guide
Keeping Eggers Killifish healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
A minimum 40L aquarium suits Eggers Killifish. Provide hiding spots and stable, well-filtered water; it suits a community setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 5.5–7 and 22–26°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers; acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Micropredator — live and frozen foods. Feed small amounts it clears in a couple of minutes, and vary the diet.
Behaviour
Peaceful; keep one male per small tank. Watch it at feeding time and at lights-out to see its real temperament in your tank.
Tankmates
Choose tankmates of similar size and temperament with the same water needs. Avoid fin-nippers and anything large enough to eat it.
Breeding
Breeding success with Eggers Killifish depends on the line and water chemistry; ask your shop about proven pairs.
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