Our Guide To Keeping Clown Killifish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Epiplatys annulatus
   • Common name: Clown Killifish
   • Family: Nothobranchiidae
   • Origin: West Africa
   • Adult length: Approximately 5 cm
   • Lifespan: 1 to 2 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Clown Killifish can thrive in smaller tanks, preferably a well-planted aquarium of at least 10 gallons.
   • Provide dense vegetation and areas with floating plants to mimic their natural habitat.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Maintain slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0.
   • Keep the water temperature between 22 to 26°C (72 to 79°F).

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • A gentle to moderate water flow is suitable for Clown Killifish, so choose a filter that provides adequate but not too strong flow.

5. Diet:

   • Clown Killifish are carnivorous and will accept a variety of small live and frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia.
   • Offer them high-quality flake or pellet food as a staple and supplement their diet with live or frozen foods to ensure proper nutrition.

6. Tank mates:

   • Clown Killifish are peaceful fish and can be kept in a community tank with other small, peaceful species such as small tetras, rasboras, and dwarf cichlids.
   • Avoid keeping them with larger or aggressive tank mates that may intimidate or outcompete them for food.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Clown Killifish are relatively peaceful and can be kept in pairs or small groups.
   • They may display some territorial behavior, especially during breeding, so provide plenty of hiding spots and territories within the tank.