KILLIFISH EGGS

Warning:

• If the temperature in your state is lower than 10C (50F), we do not recommend ordering because the eggs will be cold and damaged during shipment. If the eggs become damaged and disappear, you will receive fewer eggs than you ordered so please check the temperature before order.
• The killifish eggs are not always ready to hatch when you put them in the water. They have the expected hatching date, we identify it behind the box but uncertain. Read the manual below to understand it.
• Do not let the eggs outside the cup for more than 10 minutes when checking the eggs. The eggs need a little moisture to survive, otherwise they will die. Do not separate them from the peat moss. It is the most suitable medium for incubating killifish eggs. 
• We can't guarantee and responsible, that the eggs will be in perfect condition when it arrives at you. Please take a risk.

What is a Killifish

This article takes a look at the intriguing life cycle of this captivating species, shedding light on its incredible adaptability and survival strategies. Killifish Nothobranchius originates primarily in Africa, from places that have two seasons, rainy and dry. The fish die after the rainy season ends and the ponds dry up.

However, their eggs are capable of surviving in harsh conditions such as dry riverbeds, hatching when favorable environmental conditions return, such as when the rains fill up the pond, and the Nothobranchius returns to life. This adaptation allows Killifish to inhabit temporary bodies of water, such as puddles and seasonal ponds, where water availability fluctuates.

Prepare the Necessary Equipment and Water

Equipment

1. Killifish Nothobranchius eggs
2. Hatching tray and raising tray
3. Aquarium air pump and aquarium air control valve
4. Food
5. Aquarium fishnet
6. Heat lamp (optional)
7. Dropper

Water condition

The availability of water plays a crucial role in the life cycle of Killifish.

The suitable temperature for Killifish Nothobranchius is between 74 and 90°F (23 and 32°C).

Add oxygen to the water in the raising tray by Aquarium air pump and set the air control valve to the lowest level.

Recommended water source

• Tap water is an easy and popular choice, as long as it has been treated to remove chlorine and adjusted the condition properly.
• Freshwater from your aquarium
• Bottled water. It is the most expensive way. The mineral water is not recommended because the mineral level is too high.

Recommended water condition

• Ammonia level is less than 1.5 milligrams per liter.
• pH between 6.2 and 8.9 (pH 7.8 is optimum.)
• Low in salinity (fewer than 8 grams per liter)
• Do not use any chemicals. 

You can add Indian almond leaf to the water a few days before use

When added to the water, an Indian almond leaf will gradually break down and releases tannic acid, tannins, and other substances into the water.The tannic acid will lower the pH of water. If you want to reduce the pH levels in your aquarium by natural way, Indian almond leaf helps to achieve just that.

Food for Killifish

• Newly-hatched killifish, live foods such as newly-hatched fairy shrimp, newly-hatched brine shrimp, Rotifers, micro worms, vinegar eels, infusoria, and grindal worms are ideal. The food should be ready before hatching the killifish eggs.

• Adult killifish, suitable live foods include fairy shrimp, Moina macrocopa, Daphnia magna, brine shrimp, mosquito larvae, tubifex worms, blackworms, bloodworms, and white worms.

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How to Hatch Killifish Eggs

To hatch killifish eggs, keep them at a steady temperature using a foam box. On the expected hatch date, pour the peat moss into a hatching tray, use a spoon to find the eggs, and check for visible eyes in the eggs to determine readiness. Add water to the tray if eyes are seen, and the eggs will hatch within 2 days. If not, continue incubation with peat moss. Transfer newly hatched fry to a raising tray with a dropper after a few hours.

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How to Raise Killifish

Raising killifish involves several key steps:

1. Initial Setup: Fill the raising tray with 0.5 inches of water and add a few food.
2. Growth and Development: Young killifish gradually develop their colors and patterns. Ensure proper water conditions and oxygenation.
3. Water Management: Gradually increase water levels as fry grow. Monitor and remove dead fish.
4. Transition to Aquarium: At three weeks, move fry to a larger aquarium.

Maintaining optimal conditions and providing proper care ensures healthy growth for your killifish.

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How to Breed Killifish

The only male has a beautiful pattern for displaying behavior to attract a mate. During courtship, the eggs in the female are then fertilized by the male. Then, the female Killifish lays her eggs in peat moss

Nothobranchius breeds easily. The females are prolific egg-laying machines. A fish with such a short life span will, by nature, not be fussy about sexual partners or water conditions during spawning. You can use many different types of breeding bowls. The lid prevents the peat moss from scattering in the tank when the fish are spawning. Cut a 5-cm-diameter hole in the lid. Do not cut too small a hole because the fish may injure themselves by scrapping along the edges when entering and leaving the bowl.

Peat moss is available in most fish ponds and some supermarkets. Do not confuse between peat moss and peat. The peat moss is fluffier. You can also use peat, but it will not be suitable for killifish that are peat divers.When the growth condition well, Nothobranchius become sexually mature in about two months. If you are not ready to collect their eggs, you should separate the females from the aquarium because females will lay their eggs in the gravel or on the bottom of bare tanks instead of the breeding bowl.