Rachovii Killifish

Nothobranchius rachovii

Also known as: Rachow's Nothobranch, Bluefin Notho

An annual killifish with electric blue and red patterning that lives only about a year.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

68–76°F

pH

6.5–7.5

Hardness

4–12 dGH

Max size

2 in

Min tank

10 gal

Temperament

Semi-aggressive

Social

Pairs

Swim level

Middle

Diet

Carnivore

Care level

Advanced

Lifespan

1 year

Breeding

Egg-layer

Suitability

Advanced

Origin

Mozambique seasonal pools

An annual species: eggs are laid in peat and must be stored damp for months before hatching. Keep one male with a few females in a species tank. Needs live or frozen foods. Short-lived, so plan a breeding cycle.