Current Scientific Name:
Aphyosemion poliaki
Described: Amiet, 1991
Common name(s):
Some Recorded Strains:
Bolifamba
Monea
Breeding Aphyosemion poliaki
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2 other fishkeepers have successfully bred this species and left reports, their results are sumarised below
Method:
Spawning Mops (67%)
Long term (fry appear with adults) (33%)Water Conditions:
Moderately soft and acidic (67%)
Neutral (33%)Temperature:
24-27°C (33%)
20-23°C (33%)
16-19°C (33%)
Read the full breeding report(s) for Aphyosemion poliaki
Hamilton, Michigan, 494**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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This beautiful Christmas Killifish, also known as Aphyosemion Striatum, is a must-have for any aquarium enthusiast. With striking red stripes, this Killifish will add a pop of color to your tank. It is a great addition to any freshwater aquarium and is sure to catch the eye of anyone who sees it
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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 ...
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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 Aphyosemion poliaki breeding reports
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How to keep and breed Aphyosemion poliaki
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 Aphyosemion poliaki, 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 Aphyosemion poliaki be a good addition to a community tank?
- Never
- Doubtful, only with VERY calm fish
- Only with species of similar size
- Yes, a good community fish
How would you describe the disposition of Aphyosemion poliaki?
- Very timid
- Slightly timid
- Neutral
- Somewhat aggressive on occasions
- Very aggressive
In which water conditions do you keep these fish?
- Very soft and acidic
- Moderately soft and acidic
- Neutral
- Moderately hard and alkaline
- Very hard and alkaline
At what average temperature?
- 10-15°C
- 16-19°C
- 20-23°C
- 24-27°C
- 28°C+
How would you describe sex ratios when breeding Aphyosemion poliaki?
- Almost all males
- Somewhat male heavy
- Roughly equal
- Somewhat female heavy
- Almost all females
In general, how difficult is Aphyosemion poliaki to keep and breed?
- Very easy
- Easy
- Average
- Difficult
- Very difficult
How successful have you been at breeding Aphyosemion poliaki?
- Very unsuccessful
- Fairly unsuccessful
- Average
- Fairly successful
- Very successful
Very successful / fairly successful
Breeding Report: Aphyosemion poliakiLocation code: Mutungene
Water conditions: Moderately soft and acidic, 16-19oC
Spawning Method: Long term (fry appear with adults)
Sex ratio: Roughly equal
Breeding difficulty: Very easy
Success: Very successful
Other Comments: I have found all of the different poliaki locations I have kept easy to maintain for many generations in natural set-ups, if the water is no warmer than 22. I have had success as low as 17. Temperature is the reason I checked off that they weren't good community fish. In a 75% full 75 litre tank, they will spawn in dense vegetation or in the roots of emersed peace lilies or pothos. It's an underappreciated species - very beautiful in subdued lighting.
Breeder: Gary Elson, Canada (14 years experience with this species)
Date this record created: 20th August 2020
Breeding Report: Aphyosemion poliakiWater conditions: Moderately soft and acidic, 24-27oC
Spawning Method: Spawning Mops
Sex ratio: Roughly equal
Breeding difficulty: Average
Success: Fairly successful
Other Comments: 1 male with two females. No specified numbers but belongs to Ekona area(bought them in a aquariumshop)Small breeding tank(20 litres)After first appearance of young fish(didn't notice eggs), I took parents out. 17 fish survived,7 are male. Used natural spawn mops(Javamos)
Breeder: Jens van Aken, The Nethrelands (1 years experience with this species)
Date this record created: 4th December 2003
Breeding Report: Aphyosemion poliakiWater conditions: Neutral, 20-23oC
Spawning Method: Spawning Mops
Sex ratio: Somewhat male heavy
Breeding difficulty: Easy
Success: Fairly successful
Breeder: bob thie, nederland (2 years experience with this species)
Date this record created: 5th October 2008
Unsuccessful
Breeding Report: Aphyosemion poliakiWater conditions: Moderately soft and acidic, 24-27oC
Spawning Method: Long term (fry appear with adults)
Sex ratio: Roughly equal
Breeding difficulty: Average
Success: Fairly unsuccessful
Other Comments: Really nice fish. Likes light. Fry appear with parents if well fed and if the tank is large enough. They will eat most foods offerred. Growth is steady with the fry being sexable after about 2 months.
Breeder: Tyrone Genade, Cape Town, South Africa
Date this record created: 5th February 2003
Breeding Report: Aphyosemion poliakiWater conditions: Moderately soft and acidic, 20-23oC
Spawning Method: Spawning Mops
Sex ratio: Somewhat female heavy
Breeding difficulty: Easy
Success: Fairly unsuccessful
Other Comments: I pick eggs but fry appear among the adults even in small sparsely planted tanks. I would say the male to female ratio is 1:2. Have had several productive old females turn into males!!! One of which has sired many fry. Quite a long lived fish: ~3 yrs. Can be very productive at time and eggs are not sensitive. Enjoys a well lit planted tank.
Breeder: Tyrone Genade, South Africa
Date this record created: 1st October 2003
Indianapolis, Indiana, 462**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$66
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Orlando, Florida, 328**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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Ardenvoir, Washington, 988**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$13
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Erie, Pennsylvania, 165**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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Indianapolis, Indiana, 462**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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