Hildebrand's Killifish
NameHildebrand's Killifish
Scientific NameCynodonichthys hildebrandi
Common NamesHildebrand's Killifish, Panama Killifish
FamilyRivulidae
OriginCentral America, Panama
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)2.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range6.0-7.0
Compatible SpeciesSmall peaceful tetras, Small rasboras, Dwarf Corydoras, Oto Catfish
Description
Hildebrand's Killifish is a small, vibrant freshwater fish native to Panama, belonging to the annual killifish group. Males exhibit striking colors, particularly during breeding, and they are known for their relatively short lifespan. They are best kept in species-specific tanks or with very peaceful, similarly sized tankmates.
