Arabian toothcarp
NameArabian toothcarp
Scientific NameAphanius dispar
Common NamesArabian toothcarp, Dispar toothcarp, Arabian killifish
FamilyCyprinodontidae
OriginArabian Peninsula, East Africa, Middle East
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)2.5
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)68-82
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesMollies (Poecilia sp.), Bumblebee Gobies (Brachygobius sp.), Knight Gobies (Stigmatogobius sadanundio), Other hardy brackish water killifish
Description
The Arabian toothcarp is a small, hardy killifish native to the Arabian Peninsula and surrounding regions. It is highly adaptable, tolerating a wide range of salinities from freshwater to marine, making it a unique brackish water species. Males can exhibit territorial behavior, especially during breeding, and display more vibrant coloration.
