Elegant killi (Aphyosemion elegans)

Scientific name: Aphyosemion elegans Boulenger, 1899

The Elegant killi (Aphyosemion elegans) is a freshwater fish of the family Nothobranchiidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 20–24°C (68–75°F). Native range: Africa, middle Congo River drainage including the lower Ubangi River (Republic of Congo and Democratic Republic of the Congo).

Elegant killi care at a glance

Temperature: 20–24°C (68–75°F)

Biology

Occurs in brooks, swamps parts of small streams, swamps, pools and border regions of lakes 5 cm TL. Not a seasonal killifish. Is difficult to maintain in aquarium.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Aphyosemion elegans
Family: Nothobranchiidae (African rivulines)
Order: Cyprinodontiformes (Live bearers, Killifishes and Rivulines)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 5.0
Common length: 4.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.5 - 7.2 benthopelagic; non-migratory
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: middle Congo River drainage including the lower Ubangi River (Republic of Congo and Democratic Republic of the Congo).
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial