Species Highlight

• Size: 5–6 cm

• Temperament: Peaceful but bold; best in species or calm nano setups

• Origin: Tanzania (seasonal pools)

• Tank Role: Surface–mid level swimmer

• Appearance: Brilliant turquoise body with fiery red fins in males; females are more subdued

• Special Feature: A classic annual killifish with spectacular colors

Fun Facts

• In the wild, this species lives in temporary rain pools that dry up each year.

• Adults perish when the water disappears — but their eggs survive buried in the mud, hatching when the rains return.

• Males display intense colors and active courtship, making them one of the most striking nano fish available.

Care Recommendations

• Tank size: 10 gallons+

• Diet: Live or frozen foods (bloodworms, daphnia, brine shrimp) preferred

• Aquascape: Soft substrate, leaf litter, and floating plants

• Tankmates: Best kept species-only or with very small, calm fish

• Water parameters: Soft to slightly acidic, very clean and stable