Golden wonder killifish
Aplocheilus lineatus · Aplocheilidae
Also known as Striped panchax, Golden panchax
Intermediate
Surface-hunting golden predator; a superb jumper, so the tank must be covered.
In short: A golden wonder killifish needs at least 110 L (29 US gal), water at 22–28 °C (72–82 °F) and pH 6–7.8. It is semi-aggressive, usually kept singly, and rated intermediate to keep.
- Minimum tank
- 110 L (29 US gal)
- Temperature
- 22–28 °C (72–82 °F)
- pH
- 6–7.8
- Adult size
- 10 cm (3.9 in)
- Group size
- 1+
Care requirements
- Minimum tank volume
- 110 L (29 US gal)
- Temperature
- 22–28 °C (72–82 °F)
- pH
- 6–7.8
- Hardness
- 5–20 dGH
- Lifespan
- 3–5 years
- Diet
- Carnivore — floating pellets, insects, frozen bloodworm.
- Care level
- Intermediate
Origin & habitat
- Native region
- Southern India and Sri Lanka
- Water type
- Freshwater
- Biotope
- Still surface waters and paddies
- Natural conditions
- Warm, still, plant-covered shallow water.
Behaviour & stocking
- Temperament
- Semi-aggressive
- Minimum group
- 1 fish
- Swims
- Top
- Good tank mates
- CorydorasLarger barbsBristlenose pleco
- Avoid
- GuppyNano fishShrimp
Breeding & difficulty
- Breeding difficulty
- Intermediate
- Sexing
- Males are larger with pointed, edged fins.
- Notes
- Plant spawner laying eggs daily in mops; fry take baby brine at once.
- Common ailments
- Jumping outVelvet
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