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Heterandria formosa

Least Killifish, Dwarf Livebearer
Temperature
18–28°C
pH
8–8
dGH
5–20 ppm
Size
2 cm
Tank
20 L
The Least Killifish is one of the smallest vertebrates in the world, making it ideally suited for small community tanks. Its peaceful nature makes it compatible with similarly small and non-aggressive tank mates. They are livebearers like other members of the Poeciliidae family, and breeding in captivity is relatively effortless. Their diet should include micro-pellets, brine shrimp, or other appropriately sized food.

Water parameters

Hardness
5–20 ppm
Temperature
18–28°C
pH
8–8

Tank & size

Fish size
2 cm
Tank length
30 cm
Tank volume
20 L

Distribution

Native to the southeastern United States, predominantly found in the coastal plains of North and South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida.

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