A dazzling blue and red killi, and males show off to rivals.
Steel-Blue Killi
A dazzling blue and red killi, and males show off to rivals.
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About this fish
Aphyosemion gardneri is a beautifully coloured killifish species known for its vibrant blue body, red spotting, and elegant finnage. Its striking appearance and peaceful nature make it a favourite for planted and species aquariums.
Why you will love it
- Brilliant blue coloration with red spotting
- Elegant flowing fins in males
- Peaceful and fascinating behaviour
- Excellent feature fish for planted tanks
- Approx size: 5–6 cm
- Best kept as pairs or small groups
Care requirements
- Care level: Moderate
- Adult size: 5–6 cm
- Temperature: 22 to 26 °C
- pH: 6.0 to 7.0
- Swimming level: Mid to Upper
- Minimum group size: Pair or small group
Feeding:
Accepts micro pellets, frozen foods, and live foods including mosquito larvae, daphnia, and brine shrimp. Thrives on a varied protein-rich diet.
Compatibility:
Peaceful but best kept with similarly calm species. Avoid fin-nipping or highly active fish. A secure lid is recommended as killifish may jump.
School of Scape quality:
We select healthy, active fish and recommend planted aquariums with gentle flow and secure lids for best results. Ensure a gradual acclimation to minimise stress to your new fish.
How your fish arrive
Packed in oxygen filled bags inside an insulated box and sent overnight by air express on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Live arrival
8 hour live arrival guarantee. If a fish arrives dead or clearly stressed from transit, contact us within 8 hours of delivery with photos of the fish in the original sealed bag, and we will replace or refund it. Freight is not refundable, and someone needs to be home to accept the delivery. Remote far north WA (Gascoyne, Pilbara and Kimberley) is sent at your own risk.
Delivery and returns
Free delivery over $100 in WA and $150 elsewhere in Australia. Free pickup from our Kenwick store, Tue to Sat, 12pm to 6pm.