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Aplocheilus lineatus (Gold Wonder Killifish)

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Epiplatys multifasciatus

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Common to the Congo River Basin, Gabon, the Congo, Zaire and Cameroon make up the habitat for Epiplatys multifasciatus. They have a preference for slow-moving or still waters found in streams, small rivers and brooks. They are also found most commonly under forest cover. PH: 6.5 – 7.0 pH Temperature: 22 – [...]

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Epiplatys sexfasciatus rathkei (Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplatys sexfasciatus rathkei is endemic to Cameroon, Africa. PH: 6.0 – 6.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 26°C (72 – 79 °F) Hardness: 3 – 6 dH Description: Epiplatys sexfasciatus rathkei are lively fish and are well-suited to community tanks. Although there is a lack of information available, they do not appear to [...]

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Epiplatys mesogramma

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplatys mesogramma is endemic to the Central African Republic. This species prefers still water in clear, non-swampy area. PH: 7.0 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 9 gdH Description: Epiplatys mesogramma will reach around 6cm when fully mature and is identifiable by 6 transverse bars. This species is [...]

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Aphyosemion abacinum

Family: Nothobrachiidae Distribution: Aphyosemion abacinum is distributed in swampy, quiet brooks under forest cover, particularly 30 km north of Mekambo, upper Ivindo drainage, northeastern Gabon. PH: 6.0 – 7.0 Temperature: 18 – 22°C (64 – 72°F) Hardness: < 10 dH Description: Aphyosemion abacinum is a small killifish which measures 3.5 cm in length at best. [...]

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Epiplatys huberi

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplatys huberi originate from southwestern Gabon, Africa. They appear to prefer forest creeks with semi-fast moving water, as well as small rivers. PH: 7.0 pH Temperature: 18 – 22°C (64 – 72°F) Hardness: 9 gdH Description: Yet again the female of this species misses out on deep colouration when compared to the [...]

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Epiplatys grahami

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplytus grahami inhabit the southwestern coastal region of Africa from Benin to Equatorial Guinea. They exhibit a partiality for swampy areas, either it be in the form of swamps or streams. PH: 6.2 – 7.2 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (71 – 82°F) Hardness: 4-12 dH Description: Epiplatys grahami has a similar [...]

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Killifish Species

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Fundulopanchax gardneri gardneri (Steel Blue Killifish)

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Epiplatys zenkeri

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: South Cameroon and north Gabon (Africa) make up the homeland of Epiplatys zenkeri. PH: 6 – 6.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 25°C (72 – 77 °F) Hardness: 3 – 7 dH Description: There is very sparse information available on Epiplatys zenkeri; thus colouration is unknown. They will grow to a maximum of [...]

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Epiplatys superbus

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplytus superbus inhabit the southwestern coastal region of Africa from Benin to Equatorial Guinea. They exhibit a partiality for swampy areas, either it be in the form of swamps or streams. PH: 6.2 – 7.2 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (71 – 82°F) Hardness: 4-12 dH Description: Epiplatys superbus has a similar [...]

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Epiplatys spilargyreius

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplatys spilargyreius has the largest distribution area of all the African killifish species. Its habitat zone stretches along the upper-south-eastern coast line – from Senegal to Congo – and through central Africa (Central African Republic to south-eastern Sudan). Like most Epiplatys species, it prefers the clean, calmer waters of small brooks and [...]

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Epiplatys singa

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Gabon, Congo and Zaire are the homelands of Epiplatys singa. They prefer the lower coastal lands, as well as small rivers and brooks, and streams. PH: 6.5 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 20 – 27°C (68 – 81 °F) Hardness: 9 gdH Description: Displaying spotted bodies and fins which are typical of many [...]

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Epiplatys sexfasciatus togolensis (Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplatys sexfasciatus togolensis derives its name from the location it was first discovered: Togo. Today it is also recognised to inhabit Ghana. PH: 6.0 – 6.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 3 – 6 dH Description: Epiplatys sexfasciatus togolensis is similar in disposition to other Epiplatys sexfasciatus [...]

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Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus (Sixbar Panchax)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Southwest Africa is the habitat of Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus; most specifically from Ghana to Gabon. It prefers the calm waters of weedy lakes, swamps, brooks and rivers. PH: 6-6.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (71 – 82°F) Hardness: 4-12 dH Description: Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus has a peaceful temperament towards both its own [...]

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Epiplatys sangmelinensis (Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Like all Epiplatys species, Epiplatys sangmelinensis is common to the inland plateau found in south Cameroon and north Gabon. Although there are reports of its existence in Equatorial Guinea, they are doubtful. PH: 6.0 – 6.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 25°C (72 – 77 °F) Hardness: 3 – 7 dH Description: One [...]

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Epiplatys ruhkopfi (Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: This species is endemic to Kaningali, Liberia, Africa. Epiplatys ruhkopfi demonstrates a tendency toward small brooks. PH: 6.0 – 6.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 25°C (72 – 77 °F) Hardness: 3 – 7 dH Description: Due to their obvious penchant for small brooks, it is recommended that the tank have slow-moving or [...]

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Epiplatys neumanni

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplatys neumanni hails from Gabon, Congo, Equatorial Guinea and Cameroon, in Africa. It prefers small bodies of water and creeks under rainforest cover. PH: 7.0 pH Temperature: 22 – 24°C (72 – 75 °F) Hardness: 9 gdH Description: This species will grow to around 5-6cm in size and their bodies will display [...]

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Epiplatys longiventralis

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Like the rest of the Epiplatys species, Epiplatys longiventralis is found in Africa, specifically the south-eastern coast of Nigeria. They prefer swampy areas of small streams and swamps around the area of Niger Delta. PH: 7.0 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 9 gdH Description: Growing to a [...]

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Epiplatys lamottei (Redspotted Panchax)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplatys lamottei are indigenous to the south-eastern coast of Africa: northern Liberia, Ivory Coast and Guinea. PH: 7.0 – 7.8 pH Temperature: 21 – 23°C (70 – 73°F) Hardness: 3 – 5 dH Description: The Redspotted Panhax are an aggressive species of Epiplatys; extremely territorial, the males often attack other fish without [...]

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Epiplatys roloffi (Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplatys roloffi is originates from Liberia, Ivory Coast and Guinea, Africa. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 25°C (72 – 77 °F) Hardness: 3 – 5 dH Description: Whilst it is commonly accepted that Epiplatys roloffi will reach a maximum of 9cm, some breeders have found males reaching 12cm. The [...]

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Epiplatys phoeniceps (Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Originally catalogued by Huber in 1980 in eastern Congo, Epiplatys phoeniceps prefers waters in the high country. They prefer rainforest-covered brooks and small rivers. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 27°C (72 – 81 °F) Hardness: 3 – 5 dH Description: Epiplatys phoeniceps has a similar appearance to Epiplatys multifasciatus; [...]

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Epiplatys olbrechtsi kassiapleuensis

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: The western Ivory Coast is the natural home for Epiplatys olbrechtsi kassiapleuensis. PH: 6.0 – 6.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 27°C (72 – 81 °F) Hardness: 3 – 5 dH Description: Shy by nature, the tank set-up for this species requires lots of dense plants in order to keep the light levels [...]

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Epiplatys olbrechtsi dauresi

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: This sub-species is endemic to the Ivory Coast, Africa. It is unknown what types of water they prefer. PH: 6.0 – 6.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 27°C (72 – 81 °F) Hardness: 3 – 5 dH Description: Epiplatys olbrechtsi dauresi will reach around 6cm when fully mature. Their scales have red borders. [...]

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Epiplatys njalaensis (Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplatys njalaensis are found in Gabon, Congo, Equatorial Guinea and Cameroon; displaying a preference for creeks and other small bodies of water that are under rainforest cover. PH: 6.0 – 6.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 3 – 8 dH Description: Flaunting a blue body colouration, 10-12 [...]

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Epiplatys josianae (Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Southeastern Sierra Leone, Africa, is the home of Epiplatys josianae. They are partial to small rivers and brooks, especially under forest cover. Most specifically, they can be pinpointed to the area around Kenema. PH: 7.0 pH Temperature: 18 – 22°C (64 – 72°F) Hardness: 9 gdH Description: Unknown – this fish is [...]

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Epiplatys hildagardae

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Southeastern Guinea is the habitat for Epiplatys hildagardae, specifically Mani and Oulé River systems. The quieter, calmer streams and brooks are the favoured water areas. PH: 6.2 – 7.2 pH Temperature: 20 – 23°C (68 – 73°F) Hardness: 4-12 dH Description: Very little information could be found regarding Epiplatys hildagardae, aside from [...]

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Epiplatys guineensis

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplytus guineensis are endemic to Guinea, Africa – hence their name. They prefer shallow streams and lakes. PH: 6.2 – 7.2 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (71 – 82°F) Hardness: 4-12 dH Description: Growing the typical Epiplatys species size, this species will reach a maximum of 7cm. Although it has a generally [...]

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Epiplatys fasciolatus (West African Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: The distribution area for Epiplatys fasciolatus is situated along the coast of south-southwest Africa, from Guinea Bissau to Liberia. Rainforests and savannahs are the chosen areas for this species, living in rivers, streams and swamps. PH: 7.0 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 9 gdH Description: Epiplatys fasciolatus derives [...]

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Epiplatys etzeli

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Endemic to small brooks in southern Ivory Coast, Epiplatys etzeli prefers the area around Lagoon Ono and Hébé PH: 6-6.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (71 – 82°F) Hardness: 4-12 dH Description: Due to the difficulty in keeping Epiplatys etzeli in captivity, there is no recorded information regarding this species other than [...]

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Epiplatys esekanus (Panchax / Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplatys esekanus is endemic to Eseka, southwestern Cameroon, Africa. It favours inland brooks. PH: 5-6.5 pH Temperature: 21 – 24°C (70 – 75°F) Hardness: 0-12 dH Description: The maximum size that Epiplatys esekanus will reach in aquariums is 7cm. Although it has a peaceful temperament towards its own species, it becomes aggressive [...]

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Epiplatys dageti monroviae (Firemouth Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Like its relative Epiplatys dageti dageti, Epiplatys dageti monroviae prefers small streams, creeks, and ponds in lowland coastal areas in Western Africa. It is endemic to Liberia. PH: 6.5 pH Temperature: 21 – 24°C (70 – 75°F) Hardness: 2-10 dH Description: Epiplatys dageti monroviae has similar colours to Epiplatys dageti dageti: dark [...]

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Epiplatys dageti dageti (Red-chinned Panchax / Black-lipped Panchax)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplatys dageti dageti displays a partiality for small streams, creeks, and ponds in lowland coastal areas in Western Africa. It is most common in Sierra Leon, Ghana, Liberia and the Ivory Coast. PH: 6.5 pH Temperature: 21 – 24°C (70 – 75°F) Hardness: 2-10 dH Description: Epiplatys dageti dageti can have a [...]

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Epiplatys coccinatus (Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Displaying a preference for small brooks, Epiplatys coccinatus is endemic to central Liberia, Africa. PH: 6.0 – 7.0 pH Temperature: 22 – 26°C (72 – 79°F) Hardness: 9gH Description: Very little information could be found regarding Epiplatys coccinatus, aside from the fact it grows to a maximum length of 9cm. These are [...]

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Epiplatys chevalieri

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Displaying a desire for swamps, creeks, small rivers and forested savannahs within Africa, Epiplatys chevalieri can be found in Central African Republic, the east of the Republic of Congo, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. They are most common in the middle of the Congo River basin, as well as being [...]

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Epiplatys chaperi (Firemouth Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Shallow water, rivers and brooks found in Ghana and the Ivony Coast (Africa) are the region of origin of Epiplatys chaperi. PH: 7.0 pH Temperature: 23-27°C (73-81 °F) Hardness: 8-12dGH Description: The firemouth epiplatys reaches a maximum length of about 6cm in captivity, with the male generally larger than the females. They [...]

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Epiplatys bifasciatus taeniatus

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: This species of Epiplatys bifasciatus can be found in Africa (Nigeria, Togo, Beinin and the Ivory Coast), southern Asia, southern North to South America. PH: 6-8 pH Temperature: 20-26°C (68-79°F) Hardness: 10dH Description: Epilatys bifasciatus taeniatus can be distinguished from their Epiplatys bifasciatus bifasciatus relatives through their dorsal fins: the former has [...]

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Epiplatys bifasciatus bifasciatus

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: This species of Epiplatys bifasciatus is situated in Africa, namely the Southwest coast, central, and upper East inland. PH: 6-8 pH Temperature: 24-25°C (76°F) Hardness: 10dH Description: The two horizontal stripes down the sides of the body of this killifish species gives Epiplatys bifasciatus bifasciatus its Latin name. Depending on the region, [...]

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Epiplatys biafranus (Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplatys biafranus can be found, like most of the Epiplatys family, in Africa, namely Niger and southeastern Nigeria. It has fondness for small brooks and swamps. PH: 7.0 pH Temperature: 21-25°C (70 – 77°F) Hardness: 8-12 dGH Description: Growing a maximum length of 5cm, Epiplatys biafranus can come in a variety of [...]

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Epiplatys barmoiensis (Killifish)

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Epiplatys barmoiensis can be found in swampy areas and small rivers that run through forests in Guinea, Sierra Leone and western Liberia (Africa). PH: information currently unrecorded because it is very difficult to keep in an aquarium Temperature: 24-27°C (°F) Hardness: information currently unrecorded because it is very difficult to keep in [...]

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Epiplatys azureus

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Killifish are found in Africa; more specifically in Liberia. PH: 7.0 pH Temperature: 20°C – 24°C (68 – 75°F) Hardness: 9gH Description: Epiplatys azureus can grow up to 7.5cm in an aquarium. In their natural habitat they prefer to live close to the surface as they hunt for insects; however they require [...]

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Epiplatys ansorgii

Family: Aplocheilidae Distribution: Killifish are found in Africa, their habitat stretching from the south of the Ogowe River to the lower section of the Congo River. They can be found in brooks and small rainforest rivers of coastal lowlands, PH: 7pH Temperature: 20°C – 24°C (68 – 75°F) Hardness: 9 gh Description: Epiplatys ansorgii can [...]

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Aphyosemion alpha

Family: Nothobrachiidae Distribution: Aphyosemion alpha is an African species which is only known from Cape Esterias, northwestern Gabon. It likes to swim in clear waters over sand and is generally found in shady forest creeks. PH: 5.5 – 7.5 Temperature: 20 – 24°C (68 – 75°F) Hardness: 0 – 4 dH (in nature) Description: Aphyosemion [...]

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Aphyosemion ahli

Family: Nothobrachiidae Distribution: Aphyosemion ahli is an African species found in shallow swamps in forest areas, specifically the Mungo drainage in west and southwest Cameroon, down to the Rio Benito drainage in west Equatorial Guinea. PH: 5.5 – 7.5 Temperature: 22 – 26°C (72 – 79°F) Hardness: 0 – 4 dH (in nature) Description: Aphyosemion [...]

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Aphyosemion australe (Chocolate Lyretail Killifish)

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