Red-striped Killie
Fish Care Description
Freshwater
The Red-Striped Killifish (Aphyosemion striatum) is striking to look at with its small red spots running along the full length of its elongated body, the body color is a reflective green color and the dorsal fin has two thick red lines, the tail is covered in yellow, orange, blue and red colored markings. The upturned lips on these fish give them a sulky look.
These fish are native to West Africa, they can grow up to 2-3 inch in length. The males are a brighter orange in color whereas the females are pale brown.
Housing
The Red-striped Killifish prefer a tank that has plenty of fine leafed plants that they can hide among as these fish are extremely shy. The temperature of the tank should be kept at (7.2-7.9) and the water should be slightly acidic with a ph of (6.8-7.5) the tank must have subdued lighting and a good tight lid as the Red-Striped killie is an excellent jumper.
Feeding
Killifish will eat all types of foods like good quality flakes and live/frozen food like brine shrimp, tubifex worms, insect larvae and Drosophila. They are very slow feeders so it is important to keep an eye on them at feed time to make sure they get their fair share.
