Killifish – mythbusting… and reasons why you should keep these small juvels. Killifish are an interesting group of small to medium sized fish – that live in a diversity of biotopes across the globe. Even though these fish are among the most colourful of all freshwater fish – they have never really reached the same […]
Today I take a look on 5 die hard myths on killifish, do some myth busting… and explain why I think killifish are for everyone… including you :0) Killifish are an interesting group of small to medium sized fish – that live in a diversity of biotopes across the globe. Even though these fish are […]
Fundulopanchax gardneri – your best entry into killi breeding This wonderful medium sized killifish has been in my aquariums for decades, and it still fascinates and amazes me. It has a personality of its own, always curious, hungry and active. And it is never shy, but comes to the front of the tanks, whenever I […]
Storytelling time. It’s about the Aphyosemion australe (hjerreseni) – the Golden Lyretail Killifish. In today’s video I take you back to 1921 when Rachow described the natural form of the Aphyosemion australe, a fish discovered in rivers and ponds in a coastal strip between Congo and Gabon in Africa. After that we take a look […]
Austrolebias nigripinnis – also known as Argentine Pearl Killifish or Blackfin Pearlfish This beautiful fish was one of the pioneers of the aquarium hobby. It was discovered in the early 1900’s in temporary ponds on the Argentine pampas northwest of Buenos Aires. It was scientifically described by Regan in 1912. At first it was named […]
Daphnia are just one example of a variety of live food items that are important for your aquarium fish, if you want them to thrive, show their best coloration and breed. And Daphnia can be caught in most small ponds and lakes. Daphnia are not insects. They are a genus of small planktonic crustaceans. Being […]
Close up filming of this beautiful fish. If you are new to killifish, this is a perfect fish to start out with. And no matter how experienced you are – it is still a great fish to have in your aquarium. Affiliate links: Do you want to know more about Affiliate? Read our affiliate disclaimer […]
