Tank setup
A minimum 40L aquarium suits Eggers Killifish. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
pH
5.5 - 7
Temperature
22° - 26 °C
Max size
5 cm
Min tank
40 L
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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.
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Everything you need to keep Eggers Killifish healthy in a South African setup.
A minimum 40L aquarium suits Eggers Killifish. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 5.5–7 and 22–26°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Eggers Killifish is micropredator — live and frozen foods. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Eggers Killifish is generally peaceful; keep one male per small tank. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful; keep one male per small tank tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Eggers Killifish vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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