Cauvet's Killifish
Scriptaphyosemion cauveti
Also known as: Cauvet's Killifish, Cauveti Killifish
Origin: Guinea
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 5 cm
- Min Tank
- 30 L
- Lifespan
- 2-4
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- shy; males occasionally display to rivals
About
Scriptaphyosemion cauveti is a non-annual killifish from the forest streams of Guinea in West Africa. Males display richly patterned blue bodies with red fin markings, and like other Scriptaphyosemion, it is shy and retiring in captivity. It requires very soft, acidic conditions and the absence of boisterous tankmates, making it exclusively a species tank fish for the experienced killifish keeper.
Care Guide
Water: 20–24 °C, pH 6.0–7.0, very soft and slightly acidic. Tank: 30 L quiet species tank; leaf litter, floating plants, peat filtration. Feeding: Live micro-invertebrates; micro worms, Daphnia, Artemia nauplii. Behaviour: Very shy; males display but rarely harm each other; trio recommended. Compatibility: Species tank only.
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