Killfish question

Batmanjay28

Batmanjay28

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I have 9 neon tetras, 7 black neon tetras, 4 corys, 2 keyhole(like 1/2 inch big), 29G 24 long, 12 wide, 19 tall. I was thinking about adding something more to the tank. Can someone post some pics of a killfish for me. And could I possibally add a killfish to my 29G tank? Also if you have any experinces with them?
 
Here's a pic of the only one you can usually find in fish stores, Golden WOnder:

http://www.timstropicals.com/Photo....br>Aplochilus lineatus&Family=Carp&Page=index

All the species are beautiful, but the other types you have to buy from private breeders usually. Pet Stores don't stock them. They stock Golden wonders sometimes because they are much more easier to breed.

Yes you can keep them in a 29 gallon tank. They are hardy and easy to take care of, so they make good beginer fish. They like to hang out at the surface, because in the wild they ambush insects and things like that. They prefer freeze-dried and frozen food over flake food. They do best in a pair, one male and one female, but will be fine alone also. They also appreciate a floating plant or something in the corner so they can hide if they feel threatened
 
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Definitely. I do anyway, I love Killifish.

I think you'd be ok with one or two as long as none of your other fish spend the majority of thier time near the top of the water. That way they'll have thier space.
 
Is there anyother top feeding fish that I could possibally buy other then the killifish? What other top feeding fish would be a great choice? I'm really looking for something to even out my tank....so I have top feeders, middle and botttom.
 
Check out the galleries and beginners guide at:

www.aka.org

There's also a trading post. People have been shipping killies through the mail for decades- it's a great way to get them, and organizations like the AKA are the cheapest and best place to get them from.
 
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