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Cinnamon Killifish

Fundulopanchax cinnamomeus

Also known as: Cinnamon Killifish

Origin: Nigeria

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Water Parameters

Temperature2226 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH67.5
49
GH (Hardness)210 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)04 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH

Quick Stats

Max Size
6 cm
Min Tank
40 L
Lifespan
3-5
Swimming Level
middle
Schooling
No
Diet
carnivore
Temperament
males territorial toward conspecifics

About

Fundulopanchax cinnamomeus is a non-annual killifish from the forest streams of Nigeria. Males are named for their warm cinnamon-brown base colouration, overlaid with red spots and accented by brightly patterned dorsal and caudal fins. It requires soft, slightly acidic water and is best kept in a species tank where its moderate territorial behaviour can be easily managed.

Care Guide

Water: 22–26 °C, pH 6.0–7.5, soft water preferred. Tank: 40 L planted species tank; spawning mops or fine-leaved plants; secure lid. Feeding: Live/frozen Daphnia, Artemia, and blood worm; quality pellets accepted. Behaviour: Males territorial; keep one male with two or three females. Compatibility: Species tank or peaceful soft-water community with caution.

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