Moderate; prepared killifish keeper
Gardner's Killifish (Fundulopanchax gardneri)
20–26°C · pH 6–7.5 · 60L
£7.99
The gold strain of Gardner's Killifish - a small, graceful, peaceful nano fish for a planted, securely covered species tank.
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.
Aphyosemion gardneri gold
Gardner's Killifish Gold bond and breed in male/female pairs. Buying a pair gives them the social structure they need — and you get a better price per fish.
The gold strain of Gardner's Killifish - a small, graceful, peaceful nano fish for a planted, securely covered species tank.
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
Glowing golden colour gives the Gardner's Killifish Gold (Aphyosemion gardneri gold) its name and its appeal. This is the gold strain of a small West African killifish - around 3.5cm fully grown - and its warm tones and graceful finnage make it a striking centrepiece for a planted nano aquarium.
Peaceful and engaging, it nonetheless sits at a moderate care level because of the conditions it prefers. It occupies the middle of the water column in soft to moderately hard, slightly acidic to neutral water, and feeds as a carnivore on small meaty foods. A densely planted tank with a secure cover suits it well, since killifish will jump given the chance.
With a typical lifespan of about three years it is one of the longer-lived members of its group, making it a rewarding choice for keepers who enjoy watching a single species thrive.
A planted, securely covered nano tank is the natural home for this gold strain. Twenty litres or more, densely planted and with a tight-fitting lid, gives it both cover and protection against jumping, while the water sits between 22 and 26°C with a pH of 5.8 to 7.2 and hardness from 0 to 15 dGH. Soft, gently filtered conditions suit its small size.
Feeding follows its carnivorous nature - small live and frozen foods keep the gold colour rich. With a lifespan of around three years it is on the longer-lived side for the group, rewarding a keeper who enjoys observing a single species closely as it goes about its quiet, middle-water routine.
It is best kept species-only or with very small, peaceful, non-competitive tank mates such as peaceful snails. Avoid large or aggressive fish, fin-nipping species, fast boisterous feeders, and very small fry or shrimp that may be eaten. Each order ships with a licensed live-animal courier and is backed by our live arrival guarantee throughout. Keep its routine consistent to make the most of its longer-than-average killifish lifespan.
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