Moderate
Gold Striped Panchax (Aplocheilus lineatus)
22–26°C · pH 6.5–7.5 · 80L
£6.99
Blue Panchax Killifish for covered planted aquariums, best for keepers who can provide calm surface cover and protein-rich foods.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Aplocheilus panchax
Blue Panchax Killifish bond and breed in male/female pairs — buying a pair gives them the social structure they need.
Blue Panchax Killifish for covered planted aquariums, best for keepers who can provide calm surface cover and protein-rich foods.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Blue Panchax Killifish (Aplocheilus panchax) is a surface-dwelling killifish with a sleek body shape and reflective blue tone. Aplocheilus panchax is best kept in a covered planted aquarium where floating plants, calm surface water and protein-rich foods bring out natural behaviour.
| Scientific name | Aplocheilus panchax |
|---|---|
| Adult size | 8-9 cm |
| Minimum aquarium | 80 litres or more, with a tight cover |
| Temperature | 22-26 C |
| pH | 6.5-7.8 |
| Temperament | Peaceful with similar-sized fish, predatory toward tiny fry or shrimplets |
| Diet | Small carnivore pellets, frozen foods, insect larvae and live foods |
A tight lid is essential because panchax are confident jumpers. Use an 80 litre or larger aquarium with floating cover, gentle to moderate filtration and open lanes at the surface. Dark substrate and plants help the fish settle and show better colour.
Blue Panchax are carnivorous surface feeders. Offer small carnivore pellets, frozen bloodworm, daphnia, brine shrimp and occasional live foods. They may take tiny fry or shrimplets, so they are not a safe choice for shrimp-breeding displays.
Choose calm tank mates that occupy the middle or lower levels, such as peaceful rasboras, small tetras and Corydoras. Related killifish to compare include Panchax Lineatus Gold, Panchax Lineatus, Australe Lyretail Panchax and Clown Killifish. Avoid very small top-dwellers and long-finned fish that may be stressed.
Livestock is packed for temperature stability, sent with a licensed live-animal courier, and covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee. After arrival, acclimate slowly, keep lights low, and watch appetite, breathing and posture during the first week.
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