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Clown Killifish
About Clown Killifish
The Clown Killifish (Epiplatys annulatus), commonly known as the Clown Killifish, is a beautiful fish for nano or planted aquariums. This small fish belongs to the Nothobranchiidae family. It is a colorful fish with an upturned mouth and round head. The Clown Killifish is fairly easy to breed as long as conditions are good enough.
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Common Name
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Clown killi, banded panchax, rocket killifish
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Conservation Status
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Extinct (EX)
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Epiplatys annulatus
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Species
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Epiplatys annulatus
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Genus
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Epiplatys
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SubFamily
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Stethaprioninae
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Family
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Nothobranchiidae
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SuperFamily
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Anostomidae
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SubOrder
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Aplocheiloidei
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Order
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Cyprinodontiformes
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Class
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Actinopterygii
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Phylum
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Chordata
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Characteristics
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Get to know the traits and characteristics of the Clown Killifish |
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Color
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Black
Yellow-green
Gold
Blue
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Pattern
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Striped
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Characteristics
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Colorful Appearance
Elongated bodies
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Tank Level
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Bottom |
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Min Height
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1.2 Inches or 1 meters |
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Max Height
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1.4 Inches or 1 meters |
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Specific Information
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Detailed information that may be more specific than physically visible characteristics. |
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Spinal Column
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Vertebrata |
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Vision Systems
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Camera Eyes
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Animal Care
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This term covers all aspects of animal care. |
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Maintenance
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medium |
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Temperature
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67°F to 80°F |
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Substrate
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Sand
Plant Substrate
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Water Hardness
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Soft
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Minimum Tank Size
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5 gallons |
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pH
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4.5 to 6.5 |
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Temperament, Personality, and Feeding Habits
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Learn more about the characteristics of the Clown Killifish including personality, temperament, and feeding behaviors. |
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Intelligence
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Medium |
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Feeding habits
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Carnivores
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Temperament
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Calm
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Modes of Locomotion
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Swimming
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Energy Level
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High Energy |
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Life Cycle and Reproduction
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Each type of animal has a different life cycle, here are details about the Clown Killifish. |
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Lifespan
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5 Years |
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Reproductive System
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Oviparous
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Animal Habitat, Ecosystem, Native Area
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Things to know about the natural environment of animals where they live and survive, and the distribution of populations across different regions. |
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Habitat
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Aquatic |
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Ecosystem
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Freshwater
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Country
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Guinea
Liberia
Sierra Leone
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Product Offers for Clown Killifish Care: Aqueon Standard Open-Glass Glass Aquarium Tank, 10 Gallon, or find other offers here
