A killifish is any of various oviparous (egg-laying) cyprinodontiform fish, [1] including families Aplocheilidae, Pantanodontidae, Cyprinodontidae, Fundulidae, Nothobranchiidae, Profundulidae, Aphaniidae and Valenciidae. All together, there are 1,270 species of killifish, the biggest family being Rivulidae, containing more than 320 species. [2] .

2025年4月4日 · Killifish are a very pretty freshwater fish that come in a variety of different colors. Find out how to take care of them and help them thrive in your tank!

2023年11月22日 · Speculation has circulated for years about where these strange, colorful, short-lived little fish came from or why they evolved everywhere there is warm water. Here’s what you need to know about killifish, including the different species, what they eat, and how to take care of them in your aquarium.

2021年7月2日 · Killifish are lovely little creatures with a strange lifestyle, and they certainly make one of the most researched fish nowadays. Indeed, there is so much more to still be fully understood about these funny fish.

2017年11月10日 · Killifish are a hardy, mostly freshwater, egg-laying family of fish that can be found across the Americas, southern Europe, African, and even the Middle East and Asia. They are one of the most vibrantly colored and beautifully patterned freshwater fish.

Below is a list of 25 different types of Killifish (with photos) found in the fishkeeping hobby, both rare and common. Killifish are egg-laying Cyprinodontiform fish. Their family members include Fundulidae, Cyprinodontidae, Aplocheilidae, Valenciidae and Profundulidae.

2022年11月11日 · Overall, these fish are very hardy and they don’t have any special care needs to take note of. You just need to meet the basic care needs of the fish to help them thrive. This means keeping them in the right water conditions, feeding them …

2022年1月21日 · In this guide, we cover everything you need to know about killifish – including common killifish types, care/tank requirements, and a complete breeding guide.

2021年6月12日 · Killifish is the common name used for any fish in the order Cyprinodontiformes (Toothcarps). These little torpedo shaped fish are well known for their vibrant and diverse colors. Altogether, Killifish encompass 14 different fish families and over 1000 different species.

2023年12月19日 · Killifish have become increasingly popular in the home aquarium over the past few years. With over 1,200 species to choose from for both freshwater, brackish, and saltwater …