Cinnamon Killi (Fundulopanchax cinnamomeus)

Scientific name: Fundulopanchax cinnamomeus Clausen, 1963

The Cinnamon Killi (Fundulopanchax cinnamomeus) is a freshwater fish of the family Nothobranchiidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 22–24°C (72–75°F). Native range: Africa, Endemic to the upper reaches of the Mungo drainage, from Badouma to 9 km from western Cameroon.

Cinnamon Killi care at a glance

Temperature: 22–24°C (72–75°F)

Biology

Occurs in brooks under forest cover on soils of the basement complex and volcanic soils. 6 cm TL. Not a seasonal killifish. Is easy to maintain in the aquarium.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Fundulopanchax cinnamomeus
Family: Nothobranchiidae (African rivulines)
Order: Cyprinodontiformes (Live bearers, Killifishes and Rivulines)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 6.0
Common length: 5.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 5.8 - 7.2 benthopelagic; non-migratory
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Endemic to the upper reaches of the Mungo drainage, from Badouma to 9 km from western Cameroon.
Conservation status (IUCN): Endangered (EN) (B1ab(iii)+2ab(iii))
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Fisheries: of no interest; aquarium: commercial