Species Profile
Golden Wonder Killifish
Aplocheilus lineatus
Also known as: Striped Panchax, Sparkling Panchax
Killifishsemi-aggressive
Adult size
4″
Minimum tank
20 gal
Temperature
72–80°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
top
Diet
Flake, frozen, live insects
Notes
Hardiest of the killifish family. Surface predator with a wide mouth; will eat any fish small enough to fit. Jumper; tight lid essential. Tolerates cool water and survives in unheated rooms.
Compatible Tankmates
Best tank mates for Golden Wonder Killifish
Every species below passes the compatibility engine when paired with Golden Wonder Killifishin a suitably sized tank. Verdicts come from the same rules the builder uses — click a card to see that species' own care profile and its tank mates in turn.
Cardinal Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Rummynose Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Harlequin Rasbora
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Zebra Danio
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Fancy Guppy
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Platy
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Molly
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Swordtail
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Male Betta
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Dwarf Gourami
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Honey Gourami
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Bolivian Ram
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
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