PisciDex Species Profile
Clown Killifish
Tiny striped surface killifish with a colorful tail, best in covered planted nano tanks with calm water.
Epiplatys annulatus
Nothobranchiidae | West Africa | Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone
Core Requirements
Tank Size
5 gallons minimum
Adult Size
1.4 inches
Group Size
Group 6+
Bioload
1/10
Water Parameters
Temperature
68-79 F
pH
5-7
Plant Safe
Yes
Invert Safe
Yes
Data Confidence
medium
Temperature note: Recommended and tolerated temperature ranges currently match the primary care profile.
Behavior & Husbandry
Temperament
Peaceful
Aggression
1/10
Diet
Carnivore
Difficulty
Intermediate
Lifespan
3 years
Breeding
Intermediate
Schooling
Yes
Compatibility Tags
Nano TankPeacefulSchoolingTop WaterPlant SafeInvert SafeShrimp SafeBlackwaterSoftwater
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Species Compatibility
Database-driven compatibility notes for planning community aquariums.