Killifish

Killifish species profile:
Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus

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Current Scientific Name:
Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus
Described: Gill, 1862
Common name(s):
Some Recorded Strains:
Lagos
Song Ndong

Breeding Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus

Have you had any experience breeding this species? Why not fill in a species questionaire
2 other fishkeepers have successfully bred this species and left reports, their results are sumarised below

Method:
Spawning Mops (50%)
Long term (fry appear with adults) (25%)
Adult fish removed from tank (25%)
Water Conditions:
Neutral (50%)
Moderately soft and acidic (50%)
Temperature:
20-23°C (100%)

Read the full breeding report(s) for Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus

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

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

$22

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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

Red Cap Medaka Ricefish aka Japanese Ricefish / Killifish (Oryzias latipes "Red Ca

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

$66

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The Red Cap Medaka Ricefish is an extremely rare and lovely variant of its species!
 
The Red Cap Medaka Ricefish (Oryzias latipes ??Red Cap??), also known as the Japanese Ricefish or Japanese Killifish, is an extraordinarily adaptable fish species. This schooling fish can be the ... more

Least Killifish (Heterandria formosa) 1M / 2F TRIO +1 FREE- Live Fish (Livebearer)

Orlando, Florida, 328**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$16


You will receive 3 healthy fish (1male / 2 females) plus 1 additional free least killifsh. Heterandria formosa (Least killifish) aka the smallest livebearer in the world are a hardy native fish found in Florida and select areas of the south eastern united states. Females can get just over an inch and are slightly more round than their smaller and more slender male counterparts. They can withstand cooler temperatures and can be kept without a heater at room temperature. Peaceful fish that ... more

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Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus breeding reports

Each record reproduced here represents one instance of breeding this species. Have you kept and bred Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus? Why not add a breeding report? If you had different results, or used different methods, please share your experiences

How to keep and breed Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus

This database consists of breeding reports provided by the world killifish community, along with some statistical analysis. Results provided by successful keepers are aggregated in the bar charts below, with more detailed reports below that. Like any block of data, the larger the more significant. Please contribute a report of your attempt to breed Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus, even if you have had a negative results. You may, of course, file more than one report, particularly if you change some condition, and had a different result.

breeders have filled in breeding reports, a summary of the results are shown in the graphs below.

Would Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus be a good addition to a community tank?

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  1. Never
  2. Doubtful, only with VERY calm fish
  3. Only with species of similar size
  4. Yes, a good community fish

How would you describe the disposition of Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus?

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  1. Very timid
  2. Slightly timid
  3. Neutral
  4. Somewhat aggressive on occasions
  5. Very aggressive

In which water conditions do you keep these fish?

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  1. Very soft and acidic
  2. Moderately soft and acidic
  3. Neutral
  4. Moderately hard and alkaline
  5. Very hard and alkaline

At what average temperature?

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  1. 10-15°C
  2. 16-19°C
  3. 20-23°C
  4. 24-27°C
  5. 28°C+

What, if any is the biggest difficulty encountered when breeding these fish?

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  1. Poor egg production
  2. Poor egg survival
  3. Poor fry survival rate
  4. Deformities
  5. Skewed sex ratio

How would you describe sex ratios when breeding Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus?

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  1. Almost all males
  2. Somewhat male heavy
  3. Roughly equal
  4. Somewhat female heavy
  5. Almost all females

In general, how difficult is Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus to keep and breed?

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  1. Very easy
  2. Easy
  3. Average
  4. Difficult
  5. Very difficult

How successful have you been at breeding Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus?

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  1. Very unsuccessful
  2. Fairly unsuccessful
  3. Average
  4. Fairly successful
  5. Very successful

Very successful / fairly successful

Breeding Report: Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus
Water conditions: Neutral, 20-23oC
Spawning Method: Spawning Mops
Sex ratio: Roughly equal
Breeding difficulty: Average
Success: Fairly successful
Other Comments: i have been out of fishkeeping for 7 years, as i moved to england from glasgow. i had very good results and hatched many fry with minimal losses usualy down to eggs funguising i am again a member and again hoping i will be able to keep them again
Breeder: william moore, spalding/peterborough
Date this record created: 23rd January 2003
Breeding Report: Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus
Water conditions: Neutral, 20-23oC
Spawning Method: Spawning Mops
Sex ratio: Roughly equal
Breeding difficulty: Average
Success: Fairly successful
Other Comments: i have been out of fishkeeping for 7 years, as i moved to england from glasgow. i had very good results and hatched many fry with minimal losses usualy down to eggs funguising i am again a member and again hoping i will be able to keep them again
Breeder: william moore, spalding/peterborough
Date this record created: 23rd January 2003
Breeding Report: Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus
Location code: Lagos
Water conditions: Moderately soft and acidic, 20-23oC
Spawning Method: Long term (fry appear with adults)
Sex ratio: Somewhat male heavy
Breeding difficulty: Easy
Success: Fairly successful
Other Comments: Fed on flake with occasional live food. Best kept in a group in larger tanks with floating plant cover.
Breeder: David Baker, Maidenhead, UK
Date this record created: 9th July 2003
Breeding Report: Epiplatys sexfasciatus sexfasciatus
Location code: Song Ndong
Water conditions: Moderately soft and acidic, 20-23oC
Spawning Method: Adult fish removed from tank
Breeding problems: Poor egg survival
Sex ratio: Almost all females
Breeding difficulty: Easy
Success: Fairly successful
Other Comments: Loads of eggs are produced, but several are contaminated with funghi probably due to my lazy method of just removing the adult fish from the hatch tank. First young apear after 12 days. In 4 batches I got about 40 females to grow adult and just 1 male. See that other aquarists have it completely the other way round. The male had a completely different colour scheme than the father. Also the male was found in the big tank were all the adults live and was not hatched in the small tanks. So there must be a secret ingredient that balances the sex ratio. I keep on experimenting with temperature but don't know what it is yet.
Breeder: Rob Luiken, Wageningen (NL)
Date this record created: 27th July 2003
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Ardenvoir, Washington, 988**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$13

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Bluefin Killifish (Lucania goodei) "Feelin Goodei" - Aquarium Fish T-shirt

San Jose, California, 951**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$23

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Neon Stripe Lampeye Killifish (Aplocheilichthys macrophthalmus), TANK-BRED!

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

$18

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This fairly uncommon lampeye killifish is a real standout due to its iridescent blue-green horizontal striping!  
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1902 TULLIBEE .. GRAYLING .. STRIPED KILLIFISH Fish Print Fishing

Erie, Pennsylvania, 165**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$12


THE TULLIBEE - THE GRAYLING - THE STRIPED KILLIFISH Print
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Size of print: 9 1 / 2" x 6"
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Norman??s Lampeye Killifish (Poropanchax normani), Tank-Bred!

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

$12

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This small fish is very peaceful and ideal for both beginners and experts alike, plus it is an excellent addition to the planted aquarium!
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[75687] AMERICAN KILLIFISH ASSOCIATION "KILLIE NOTES" APRIL 1973 (Vol. 6, #4)

Bethel, Connecticut, 068**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5

[75687] AMERICAN KILLIFISH ASSOCIATION "KILLIE NOTES" APRIL 1973 (Vol. 6, #4); PAGES 3-26; IN GOOD CONDITION with minor cover wear, writing notes on inside pages
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