Description
Banded Killifish – Fundulus diaphanus – to 3″ (7.62 cm)
The native range of this species in the wild is primarily north-central to northeast United States and south-central to southeast Canada. There, they prefer the slackwater areas of rivers and streams, as well as the shallows of lakes.
In the aquarium, they can be a little shy, until they get accustomed to seeing their keeper(s).
Topping out at 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) in length, these are one of only three native killifish species found in Wisconsin. Great community fishes, they are also not aggressive. They can be kept in groups ranging from all males to all females, and any combination in between! They can also be kept peacefully with just about any other fish in the aquarium, including other darters, small catfish, minnows and many, many tropical and cool-water aquarium fishes!
Care Requirements:
Temperature Tolerance Range: 32-80°F (0-26.7°C.)
Preferred Temperature Range: 72-76°F (22.2-24.4°C) (room temperature water.)
Water Hardness: Medium to Hard.
Type of Tank Setup: Freshwater (cold) or Freshwater (tropical) / Species or Community.
Food: Live, Frozen or Flake.
Swimming Level: Top- to mid-water.
Parasite Pre-Treated?: Yes. All wild-collected fish have been parasite pre-treated for internal and external parasites.
Special Requirements: Some vegetation (live or artificial) in the tank to feel secure.
Notes: These fish like to hang out in the surface- to midwater areas of the aquarium. Having floating plants for them to hide around/under makes them feel much more comfortable and relaxed.
