Moderate
Gunther's Nothobranch (Nothobranchius guentheri)
22–26°C · pH 6–7.5 · 40L
£11.99
Bright annual killifish colour form for a quiet specialist aquarium with gentle filtration, a secure lid 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.
Nothobranchius guentheri
Gunther's Zanzibar Gold Nothobranch 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.
Bright annual killifish colour form for a quiet specialist aquarium with gentle filtration, a secure lid 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
Gunther's Zanzibar Gold Nothobranch is a bright colour form of Nothobranchius guentheri, an East African annual killifish known for rich male colour and fascinating breeding behaviour. It is best for aquarists who want a small specialist fish and understand that annual killifish live faster, shorter lives than many community species.
| Scientific name | Nothobranchius guentheri |
|---|---|
| Adult size | 5-6 cm |
| Minimum aquarium | 40 litres or more for a pair or trio |
| Temperature | 20-26 C |
| pH | 6.0-7.5 |
| Temperament | Peaceful to semi-aggressive, with male rivalry |
| Diet | Small carnivore pellets, frozen daphnia, brine shrimp, bloodworm and mosquito larvae |
A quiet species aquarium is usually the best choice. Use a mature tank with gentle filtration, a secure lid, floating cover and dark planting or fine spawning media if breeding is planned. Keep males with care because they can rival each other, especially in small spaces.
This fish is not a general pond or coldwater species. It needs a heated indoor aquarium, stable water quality and careful feeding. Because it is a specialist killifish, plan the setup before ordering rather than adding it to a busy mixed community on impulse.
Offer small protein-rich foods. Frozen daphnia, brine shrimp, bloodworm, mosquito larvae and quality carnivore micro pellets are good staples. Small frequent meals work better than large feeds, and uneaten food should be removed quickly.
Species-only is safest. In a larger quiet aquarium, use only calm fish that will not outcompete them at feeding time. Compare this listing with other killifish such as Gunther's Nothobranch, Korthaus's Nothobranch, Rachovi's Nothobranch, Blue Panchax Killifish and Australe Lyretail Panchax if you want to choose the right behaviour and tank size for your setup.
Order Gunther's Zanzibar Gold Nothobranch from Tropical Fish Co when your aquarium is mature, stable and ready for livestock. Fish are packed for UK delivery and sent by a licensed live-animal courier where live-animal shipping applies. Livestock orders are covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
For more killifish options, compare Gunther's Nothobranch, Korthaus's Nothobranch, Rachovi's Nothobranch, Blue Panchax Killifish and Australe Lyretail Panchax.
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