Togo Killifish (Nothobranchius thierryi)

Scientific name: Nothobranchius thierryi Ahl, 1924

The Togo Killifish (Nothobranchius thierryi) is a freshwater fish of the family Nothobranchiidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 21–22°C (70–72°F). Native range: Africa, Senegal, Gambia, Burkina Faso (Upper Volta), Mali, and Niger. Extends southward over the Accra plains in southeastern Ghana and southwestern Togo.

Togo Killifish care at a glance

Temperature: 21–22°C (70–72°F)

Biology

Occurs in temporary pools and swamps in the savanna. Bottom spawner, 3-4 months incubation. Is very difficult to maintain in aquarium.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Nothobranchius thierryi
Family: Nothobranchiidae (African rivulines)
Order: Cyprinodontiformes (Live bearers, Killifishes and Rivulines)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 3.5
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.5 - 7.5; dH range: 8 - 10 benthopelagic; non-migratory
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Senegal, Gambia, Burkina Faso (Upper Volta), Mali, and Niger. Extends southward over the Accra plains in southeastern Ghana and southwestern Togo.
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Fisheries: of no interest; aquarium: commercial