Killifish

Non annual fish inhabit permanent and semi-permanent bodies of water mainly in central and West Africa, both in cooler mountain streams and warmer lowland coastal areas. See also the page dedicated to the shoaling African killies, the lampeyes.

Killifish species


Callopanchax huwaldi
Callopanchax monroviae
Callopanchax occidentalis
Callopanchax toddi
Fundulosoma thierryi
Nothobranchius albimarginatus
Nothobranchius annectens
Nothobranchius bojiensis
Nothobranchius brieni
Nothobranchius capriviensis
Nothobranchius cardinalis
Nothobranchius chochamandai
Nothobranchius eggersi
Nothobranchius elongatus
Nothobranchius fasciatus
Nothobranchius flagrans
Nothobranchius flammicomantis
Nothobranchius foerschi
Nothobranchius furzeri
Nothobranchius fuscotaeniatus
Nothobranchius geminus
Nothobranchius guentheri
Nothobranchius hassoni
Nothobranchius interruptus
Nothobranchius janpapi
Nothobranchius jubbi
Nothobranchius kafuensis
Nothobranchius kilomberoensis
Nothobranchius kirki
Nothobranchius korthausae
Nothobranchius krysanovi
Nothobranchius kuhntae
Nothobranchius lourensi
Nothobranchius lucius
Nothobranchius luekei
Nothobranchius makondorum
Nothobranchius malaissei
Nothobranchius melanospilus
Nothobranchius microlepis
Nothobranchius milvertzi
Nothobranchius neumanni
Nothobranchius nubaensis
Nothobranchius ocellatus
Nothobranchius orthonotus
Nothobranchius palmqvisti
Nothobranchius patrizii
Nothobranchius pienaari
Nothobranchius polli
Nothobranchius rachovii
Nothobranchius robustus
Nothobranchius rosenstocki
Nothobranchius rubripinnis
Nothobranchius rubroreticulatus
Nothobranchius ruudwildekampi
Nothobranchius sagittae
Nothobranchius sainthousei
Nothobranchius seegersi
Nothobranchius serengetiensis
Nothobranchius sp. Melele River MOZ 04-11
Nothobranchius sp. Messalo river MZHL 05-12
Nothobranchius sp. Nyando River KE 01-3
Nothobranchius sp. Odienya K86-9
Nothobranchius sp. Runere
Nothobranchius sp. TAN 97-21
Nothobranchius sp. TAN 97-23
Nothobranchius steinforti
Nothobranchius symoensi
Nothobranchius taeniopygus
Nothobranchius torgashevi
Nothobranchius ugandensis
Nothobranchius usanguensis
Nothobranchius virgatus
Nothobranchius vosseleri
Nothobranchius willerti
Pronothobranchius kiyawensis

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African annual killifish for sale

Blue Gardner's AKA Steel Blue Killifish (Fundulopanchax gardneri), Tank-Bred!

Indianapolis, Indiana, 462**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$15

* For the safety of our animals, we now ship live fish exclusively via UPS Next Day Air   If your order contains this item, you will only see UPS Next Day Air as a shipping option during checkout *
 
This hardy, robust killifish is an extremely colorful, excellent specimen for the planted aquarium!
 
The Blue Gardner's Killifish (Fundulopanchax gardneri) is an extremely colorful, peaceful fish whose small size makes it absolutely perfect for the nano or planted aquarium. Native ... more

Clown Killifish AKA Rocket Killifish (Epiplatys annulatus), TANK-BRED!

Indianapolis, Indiana, 462**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$22

* For the safety of our animals, we now ship live fish exclusively via UPS Next Day Air   If your order contains this item, you will only see UPS Next Day Air as a shipping option during checkout * 
This small killifish boasts incredible coloration, especially in males, and is ideal for the nano or planted aquarium!
The Clown Killifish (Epiplatys annulatus) is an extremely colorful, peaceful fish whose small size makes it absolutely perfect for the nano or planted aquarium. Native to ... more

Two Stripe Killifish Breeding Pair?? Aphyosemion Bivittatum Funge

Fort Thomas, Kentucky, 410**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$40


We are hobbyists running a small business breeding & importing different species of aquatic lifeto ship to your aquarium!  All of our fish are guaranteed to be correctly identified by species & sex.


The listing is for a male & female pair of Aphyosemion Bivittatum Funge. Killifish are a new passion of ours. They are similar to apistos as all you need to do is throw a pair in a little tank & they??ll be breeding in no time! We are starting to bring ... more

Orange Lyretail Australian Killifish Breeding Pair?? Aphyosemion Australe

Fort Thomas, Kentucky, 410**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$40


We are hobbyists running a small business breeding & importing different species of aquatic lifeto ship to your aquarium!  All of our fish are guaranteed to be correctly identified by species & sex.


The listing is for a male & female pair of Aphyosemion Australe Orange. Killifish are a new passion of ours. They are similar to apistos as all you need to do is throw a pair in a little tank & they??ll be breeding in no time! We are starting to bring ... more

Orange Lyretail Killifish Male Only Aphyosemion Australe

Mount Morris, Michigan, 484**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$25

1 Male Orange Australe killifish

Acclimation:

Breather bags:
do not float place fish in tank immediately. If you float fish will suffocate

Regular bag method:
method for acclimation is to place the unopened bag of fish in your aquarium for about 20 minutes to allow the temps to to rise to your tanks temp. Next, get a clean fish net ready. Place it over a bucket. Dump the contents of the bag into the net. Throw old shipping water out and do not place in ... more

Bivittatum Funge Rare Killifish 1 Male Chromaphyosemion

Mount Morris, Michigan, 484**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

Bivittatum Funge Rare Killifish 1 Male Chromaphyosemion

Acclimation:

Breather bags:
do not float place fish in tank immediately. If you float fish will suffocate

Regular bag method:
method for acclimation is to place the unopened bag of fish in your aquarium for about 20 minutes to allow the temps to to rise to your tanks temp. Next, get a clean fish net ready. Place it over a bucket. Dump the contents of the bag into the net. Throw old shipping water out ... more

Fundulopanchax scheeli Breeding Pair

Duncannon, Pennsylvania, 170**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$10

This is for one Pair of Fundulopanchax scheeli killis. 1 Male / 1 Female. Very nice hardy little fish. Very active and peaceful.


DOA GUARANTEE




I take pride in healthy fish when they arrive. We ship USPS Priority Mail. If you receive a fish dead on arrival. You must send a picture within 2 hours of receiving your fish. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out!
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Clown Killifish Epiplatys annulatus Tropical Fish bundles 1, 5,10

linwood, Renfrewshire, PA3***, UNITED KINGDOM

£4

Clown Killifish
Epiplatys annulatus
Clown Killifish, native to West Africa; are strikingly coloured, small killifish, identifiable by their black and yellow striped bodies. Males of the species display fascinating blue, orange and red coloured tails; that resemble a rocket taking off, with both sexes displaying piercing bright neon eyes and shiny upper head
Suitable for nano aquaria, right up to larger set-ups; in it's natural habitat the clown killi can be found in less than one inch... more

Clown Killifish - Epiplatys annulatus Live Tropical Fish nano aquarium - bundles

RAINWORTH, Nottinghamshire, NG21***, UNITED KINGDOM

£4


Licensed with 4 star rating by Newark & Sherwood District CouncilLicense number 16 / 00104 / COMM / PS / 20
Hoping to populate a micro or nano tank with a fun and colorful fish?
Looking to add a splash of color to the top level of your community aquarium? If you answered yes to either of the above questions, consider the Clown Killifish, one of the tiniest killifish around
Clown Killies are also known as rocket killies and banded panchax, although the latter name is certainly ... more

LYRETAIL KILLIFISH TROPICAL FISH APHYOSEMION AUSTRALE NANO PLANTED AQUARIUM

Birmingham, West Midlands, B29***, UNITED KINGDOM

£5

FOR SALE: LYRETAIL KILLIFISH
PLEASE MESSAGE US STATING WHICH SEX YOU REQUIRE, OR WE WILL SEND RANDM SEX
Common & Latin Name: LYRETAIL KILLIFISH (APHYOSEMION AUSTRALE)
Diet: CarnivorePH: 6 0 ?? 7 0Compatibility: Small CommunityTemperament: PeacefulOrigin: AfricaApproximate purchase size: 2-3cmORDER AS MUCH AS YOU LIKE FOR JUST ONE POSTAGE COST
We guarantee live arrival of your livestock. However in the unlikely event of your fish arriving DOA,
please take clear photo evidence... more

GARDENERI KILLIFISH TROPICAL KILLI FISH FUNDULOPANCHAX PLANTED AQUARIUM

Birmingham, West Midlands, B29***, UNITED KINGDOM

£6

FOR SALE: GARDENERI KILLIFISH
PLEASE MESSAGE US STATING WHICH SEX YOU REQUIRE, OR WE WILL SEND RANDM SEX
Common & Latin Name: GARDENERI KILLIFISH (FUNDULOPANCHAX GARDENERI)
Diet: CarnivorePH: 6 0 ?? 7 0Compatibility: Small CommunityTemperament: PeacefulOrigin: AfricaApproximate purchase size: 2-3cmORDER AS MUCH AS YOU LIKE FOR JUST ONE POSTAGE COST
We guarantee live arrival of your livestock. However in the unlikely event of your fish arriving DOA,
please take clear photo ... more

Lyretail Killifish Gold * Aphyosemion Australe Gold * KILLI FISH

Ipswich, IP5***, UNITED KINGDOM

£11


Lyretail Killifish Gold * Aphyosemion Australe Gold * KILLI FISH
IMPORTANT!
This lot is based on a preorder basis. It can take up to ten days before this order is shipped. More fishes are available. We combine postage if you order more fish or other goods from us. If for whatever reason we can't get the fish in two weeks time your payment will be fully refunded. If there are any questions you have then please get in touch before you place an order. Thanks for looking!
Postage ... more

Spawn (Eggs) of Aphyosemion celiae celiae «Téké HLM 99-06» (Killifish)

Glasgow, G53***, UNITED KINGDOM

£20

Offering a 1-week spawn (eggs) of one pair of Aphyosemion celiae celiae «Téké HLM 99-06» (Southwest Region, Cameroon).
DISCLAIMER: The storage conditions and package handling during transportation are out of our control. We can??t be responsible if something went wrong (customs issues, dead eggs on arrival, dissolved eggs, problems with hatching, belly sliders, hatch rate, sex ratio etc ). No refunds will be sent in case of such problems. By winning this auction the winner completely ... more

PAIR GARNERI Panchax * Fundulopanchax gardneri * KILLIFISH

Ipswich, IP5***, UNITED KINGDOM

£18


PAIR GARNERI Panchax * Fundulopanchax gardneri * KILLIFISH
This lot is based on a preorder basis. It can take up to ten days before this order is shipped. More fishes are available. We combine postage if you order more fish or other goods from us. If for whatever reason we can't get the fish in two weeks time your payment will be fully refunded. If there are any questions you have then please get in touch before you place an order. Thanks for looking!
Postage Details
We will arrange... more

PAIR Australe Chocolate Panchax * Aphyosemion australe * KILLIFISH

Ipswich, IP5***, UNITED KINGDOM

£22


PAIR Australe Chocolate Panchax * Aphyosemion australe * KILLIFISH
Postage Details
We will arrange what day is best to send after the auction so you can be available
Fish and shrimps are sent with great care and are in great condition when packed, they will come with a 24 hour heatpack and are double bagged for extra security
Pure oxygen is added to the bag
We can combine shipping costs for other fish as well. When using a 24 hour courier you can purchase as many fish as ... more