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Austrolebias nigripinnis
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| Blackfin Pearlfish | |
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| Blackfin pearlfish | |
| Species | Austrolebias nigripinnis |
| Family | Rivulidae |
| Difficulty | Challenging |
| Min. Tank Size | 45.425 liters 45,424.941 mL 12 US Gallons (45.4L) |
| Size | 2.756 in
6-7 cm (2.4-2.8") |
| sg | Freshwater |
| pH | 3 - 7 |
| Temp. | 288.706 K 15.556 °C 519.67 °R 293.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
1-10 °d |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:2 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
0.5-1 years |
| Habitat | |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Blackfin Pearlfish, Blackfin Pearl Killifish, Dwarf Argentine Pearlfish
[edit] Synonyms
- Cynolebias nigripinnis, Cynolebias nigripinnis nigripinnis
[edit] Sexing
- Males are brightly coloured, while the smaller females tend to be brownish-grey.
[edit] Breeding
- Set up a species tank, with a 2" layer of peat, and several hiding places for the female. The spawning embrace takes place, and the eggs are deposited in the peat. Remove the peat and eggs, squeeze most of the water out of the peat, put in a plastic bag and wait 2-4 months before placing the eggs back in fresh, soft water. If hatching doesn't occur put the eggs back and try again later.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- Top, Middle or Bottom feeder?
[edit] Diet
[edit] Feeding regime
- How often to feed, etc.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Prefers slightly acidic, soft water at 60-68°F (15.6-20°C) . Skittish and hard to care for, it nevertheless has a matchless beauty when in top physical condition.
[edit] Behaviour
- Unknown
[edit] Identification
- How to id the animal.
