Clown Killifish Medium
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🐟 Clown Killifish Care Sheet
🔹 Overview
| Category | Details |
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| Scientific Name | Epiplatys annulatus |
| Common Name | Clown Killifish |
| Origin | West Africa (Ivory Coast, Ghana) |
| Adult Size | 3–4 cm (1.2–1.6 in) |
| Lifespan | 2–3 years |
| Temperament | Peaceful, small-schooling |
| Tank Level | Top to mid-level |
🔹 Tank Setup
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | 20+ liters (5+ gallons) for a small group |
| Temperature | 22–26 °C (72–79 °F) |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Hardness | Soft to moderately hard (2–10 dGH) |
| Substrate | Dark sand or fine gravel |
| Decor | Floating plants, fine-leaved plants, leaf litter, driftwood |
| Lighting | Low to moderate |
| Filtration | Gentle flow; sponge filter recommended |
Tips:
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Keep in small groups of 6–10 for social behavior.
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Floating plants and dim lighting help reduce stress.
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Avoid strong currents—they prefer calm water.
🔹 Diet
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Type: Carnivorous / micropredator
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Best Foods: Micro-pellets, baby brine shrimp, microworms, daphnia, frozen micro-foods.
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Feeding Frequency: Small feedings 1–2 times daily.
🔹 Behavior & Compatibility
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Peaceful; ideal for nano community tanks.
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Very small and delicate—cannot be housed with larger or aggressive fish.
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Active near the water surface; excellent display for planted tanks.
🧭 Tank Mate Guide
✅ Compatible Species
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Other small killifish species
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Small rasboras (chili, ember)
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Pygmy corydoras
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Neon tetras
⚠️ Avoid or Use Caution With
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Larger tetras or barbs
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Bettas or aggressive fish
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Bottom dwellers that stir substrate aggressively
🐣 Breeding Info
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Spawning Method: Egg scatterers; deposit eggs among fine plants or spawning mops.
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Parental Care: None; adults may eat eggs.
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Fry Care: Feed microworms or infusoria for the first week, then baby brine shrimp.
🌿 Fun Facts
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Named for its brightly patterned body with clown-like stripes.
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Excellent for nano aquariums due to small size and peaceful nature.
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Prefers heavily planted tanks with floating cover to mimic natural habitat.
