Gardner's Killifish
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🐟 Gardner’s Killifish Care Sheet
🔹 Overview
| Category | Details |
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| Scientific Name | Fundulopanchax gardneri |
| Common Name | Gardner’s Killifish |
| Origin | West Africa (Nigeria, Cameroon) |
| Adult Size | 5–7 cm (2–2.8 in) |
| Lifespan | 2–4 years |
| Temperament | Peaceful, semi-aggressive with conspecifics during breeding |
| 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 (3–12 dGH) |
| Substrate | Dark sand or fine gravel |
| Decor | Floating plants, fine-leaved plants, driftwood, leaf litter |
| Lighting | Low to moderate |
| Filtration | Gentle flow; sponge filter preferred |
Tips:
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Keep in groups of 6–8 for social interaction.
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Provide plenty of floating plants to mimic natural habitat and reduce stress.
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Sensitive to water quality; stable, clean water is essential.
🔹 Diet
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Type: Carnivorous / micropredator
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Best Foods: Live/frozen foods (daphnia, brine shrimp, microworms), high-quality micro-pellets.
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Feeding Frequency: Small amounts 1–2 times daily.
🔹 Behavior & Compatibility
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Peaceful with other small fish; males may display territorial behavior during spawning.
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Top- to mid-level swimmers; males show vibrant colors when mature.
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Best kept with other small, non-aggressive species.
🧭 Tank Mate Guide
✅ Compatible Species
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Other small killifish
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Ember Tetras, Glowlight Danios
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Pygmy Corydoras
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Small rasboras
⚠️ Avoid or Use Caution With
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Larger or aggressive fish
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Bettas or fin-nippers
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Very active fish that outcompete them
🐣 Breeding Info
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Spawning Method: Egg scatterers; fine-leaved plants, spawning mops, or peat substrate recommended.
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Parental Care: None; adults may eat eggs.
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Fry Care: Feed infusoria or microworms for the first week, then baby brine shrimp or crushed flakes.
🌿 Fun Facts
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Named after its discoverer, Gardner.
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Males develop vibrant coloration, including blues, reds, and metallic shades.
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Ideal for nano or planted tanks with calm water and ample hiding spots.
