Killifish (Gardneri) Care Guide
Fundulopanchax gardneri · Moderate care · 10 gallon minimum
A jewel-toned killifish that's hardier than most; a brilliant nano centerpiece — and an accomplished jumper.
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How big does a killifish (gardneri) get?
A killifish (gardneri) (Fundulopanchax gardneri) reaches about 2.5 inches as an adult. Plan tank size and tank mates around the adult size, not the small fish you buy at the store.
Tank size & setup
Give a killifish (gardneri) a minimum of 10 gallons, with water at 72–79°F and a pH of 6–7.5. As a moderate-care, carnivore species, a stable, cycled tank with the right diet keeps them healthiest.
Good tank mates
Pair a killifish (gardneri) with peaceful species that share its temperature and pH range. Compatible options include:
- Neon Tetra — 1.5", 10g min
- Guppy — 2.0", 10g min
- Molly — 4.0", 20g min
- Platy — 2.5", 10g min
- Zebra Danio — 2.0", 10g min
About the killifish (gardneri)
The blue lyretail, also known as the Gardner's killi and formerly as the steel-blue aphyosemion, is a species of killifish. It is endemic to freshwater habitats in Nigeria and Cameroon.
Recommended gear for killifish (gardneri)s
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