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Golden Wonder Killifish

Aplocheilus lineatus

Golden Wonder Killifish (Aplocheilus lineatus) is a community species for a cycled 20+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 4 inches as an adult, 72-78°F water, pH 6-7.5, and moderate care. Match tankmates by water range, adult size, activity level, and feeding needs.

FlashyModerate care
Golden Wonder Killifish, a flashy 4 inch aquarium species for 20+ gallon tanks
20 galMinimum tank
4 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
72-78°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
6-7.5
GH
2-12 dGH
KH
1-8 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Peaceful
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
1/5

Diet and Care

Diet
carnivore/micro-predator
Diet difficulty
3/5
Care difficulty
3/5

Planning Notes

Skilled jumper; use a tight lid and cover openings around equipment.

This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.

tight lid requiredlive or fresh foodsmall foodsswallows small fishshrimp predatorfry predator

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