Persian Killifish (Aphanius mento)
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Persian Killifish
Persian Killifish
Aphanius mento
57 Litres (15 US G.)
4-5 cm (1.6-2")
Freshwater
7.0 - 8.0
10 -25 °C (50-77°F)
3-15 °d
1:1 M:F
2-3 years
Family
Cyprinodontidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Persian Killifish
Additional scientific names
- Lebias mento, Cyprinodon mento, Aphanius alexandri
Origin
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Sexing
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Tank compatibility
- An aggressive fin nipper best kept in species tanks, not suitable for community set ups.
Diet
- These fish are fed best with live/frozen foods, such as brine shrimp, bloodworms and daphnia.
Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
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Behaviour
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Identification
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Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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