About the Guentheri Killifish (Male)
Name: Guentheri Killifish (Nothobranchius guentheri) Β
Max Size: Up to 2.5 inches Β
Water Parameters: pH 6.0-7.5, temperature 72-78Β°F, hardness 5-15 dGH Β
Diet: Carnivorous β thrives on live and frozen foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms, and mosquito larvae. May accept high-quality micro pellets and flakes. Β
Temperament: Generally peaceful but males can be territorial with each other. Best kept in pairs or trios with one male and multiple females. Β
Tank Setup: Prefers a well-planted tank with soft substrate, leaf litter, and floating plants. A tight-fitting lid is necessary as they are excellent jumpers. Dim lighting enhances their natural colors. Β
Compatibility: Best suited for species-only tanks or with other small, peaceful fish. Avoid fin-nippers and overly active tank mates that may stress them. Β
Behavior: Active mid-to-top dwelling swimmers with a short lifespan of about one to two years. Males display vibrant colors and elaborate courtship displays. Β
Fun Fact: Guentheri Killifish are annual fish, meaning they naturally inhabit seasonal pools that dry up, with their eggs surviving in the substrate until the next rainy season. In captivity, their eggs can be dried and stored before hatching under the right conditions.