{"product_id":"bluefin-notho-killifsh-pair","title":"Bluefin Notho Killifsh","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a5797e0-3c98-83ed-82e8-7a30298af77f-2\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a5797e0-3c98-83ed-82e8-7a30298af77f-2\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a5797e0-3c98-83ed-82e8-7a30298af77f-2\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-62\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-15 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"e43ad711-5fa6-4719-b8f0-524bafac9ca6\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ckm1wt\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"64\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eBluefin Notho Killifish (Pair) (\u003cem data-start=\"38\" data-end=\"63\"\u003eNothobranchius rachovii\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"525\"\u003eThe Bluefin Notho Killifish is one of the most spectacular freshwater killifish available, celebrated for the male's dazzling electric blue fins, vibrant orange-red body, and intricate turquoise patterning. Paired with the more subtly coloured female, these fascinating fish offer a beautiful display of natural behaviour and striking contrast. Their vivid colours and graceful swimming make them a true jewel in species-only and peaceful community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eMales are renowned for their intense colouration, especially during courtship, where they display flared fins and brilliant iridescence to attract females. The females feature soft silver and beige tones, providing a natural balance while allowing the male's colours to truly stand out. Watching a pair interact is one of the highlights of keeping these remarkable fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1n0mkkw\" data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"940\"\u003e🌿 Why Choose Bluefin Notho Killifish?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e💙 Stunning electric blue fins with brilliant metallic highlights\u003cbr data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003e❤️ Vibrant red and orange body colouration on the male\u003cbr data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e🐟 Beautiful male and female pair displaying natural behaviour\u003cbr data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003e✨ One of the most colourful freshwater killifish available\u003cbr data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e🌱 Ideal for heavily planted aquariums and species tanks\u003cbr data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003e🧠 Fascinating courtship displays and personality\u003cbr data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003e🏆 A fantastic choice for experienced aquarists looking for something unique\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003eBluefin Notho Killifish are native to temporary pools and seasonal floodplains in Mozambique. During the rainy season, they thrive in shallow pools rich in aquatic vegetation. As these pools dry out, the adults naturally complete their life cycle, leaving drought-resistant eggs buried in the substrate that hatch when the rains return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"eyqbfy\" data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003e📏 Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"2342\"\u003e🧬 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eNothobranchius rachovii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003e📛 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bluefin Notho Killifish \/ Rachov's Killifish\u003cbr data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1864\"\u003e🏠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40L+ recommended for a pair\u003cbr data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1930\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 5–6cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–26°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"1976\"\u003e⚗️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003e🧘 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, with males becoming territorial towards other males\u003cbr data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2087\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality micro pellets, frozen bloodworm, daphnia, brine shrimp, mosquito larvae, blackworm, and live foods for optimum health and colouration\u003cbr data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e👥 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003eGroup Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept as a pair or one male with multiple females in larger aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2664\"\u003eBluefin Notho Killifish thrive in mature aquariums with gentle water flow, subdued lighting, and plenty of dense planting. Fine-leaved plants, floating vegetation, and dark substrates help them feel secure while bringing out their vibrant colours. A tight-fitting lid is essential, as killifish are accomplished jumpers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"19tjahi\" data-start=\"2666\" data-end=\"2685\"\u003e🐠 Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2687\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003eBluefin Notho Killifish are best suited to peaceful aquariums with similarly calm tank mates, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2793\" data-end=\"2970\"\u003e🐟 Ember Tetras\u003cbr data-start=\"2808\" data-end=\"2811\"\u003e🐟 Chili Rasboras\u003cbr data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"2831\"\u003e🐟 Celestial Pearl Danios\u003cbr data-start=\"2856\" data-end=\"2859\"\u003e🐟 Pygmy Corydoras\u003cbr data-start=\"2877\" data-end=\"2880\"\u003e🐟 Otocinclus\u003cbr data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"2896\"\u003e🦐 Larger freshwater shrimp (with caution)\u003cbr data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"2941\"\u003e🐌 Peaceful freshwater snails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"3178\"\u003eAvoid keeping them with aggressive fish, fin-nippers, or large species that may intimidate them. Multiple males should only be kept together in larger, well-planted aquariums with plenty of visual barriers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9ghvog\" data-start=\"3180\" data-end=\"3198\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3200\" data-end=\"3416\"\u003eBluefin Notho Killifish are an \u003cstrong data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3251\"\u003eannual killifish\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning they have a naturally short lifespan of around \u003cstrong data-start=\"3308\" data-end=\"3324\"\u003e12–18 months\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is completely normal for the species and part of their unique life cycle in the wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3418\" data-end=\"3624\"\u003eBreeding is both fascinating and rewarding. Eggs are deposited in fine substrate or spawning mops and require a dry incubation period before hatching, mimicking the seasonal drying of their natural habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3626\" data-end=\"3959\"\u003eBecause of their specialised breeding cycle and preference for live or frozen foods, Bluefin Notho Killifish are often considered better suited to aquarists with some fishkeeping experience. Maintaining excellent water quality and offering a varied, protein-rich diet will ensure they display their full range of spectacular colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3961\" data-end=\"4308\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe Bluefin Notho Killifish is a truly exceptional choice for UK aquarists seeking a rare and breathtaking freshwater species. With the male's dazzling electric blue fins, the female's understated elegance, and their fascinating natural behaviours, a pair makes a captivating addition to well-planted aquariums and dedicated killifish collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"true\" data-testid=\"bazaar-action-bar-observer\" class=\"pointer-events-none -mb-px h-px w-full opacity-0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Neil Hardy","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":58429943185789,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pair","offer_id":58429943218557,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/4983\/3648\/files\/Gemini_Generated_Image_t19foxt19foxt19f.png?v=1784726831","url":"https:\/\/www.snuffleandswim.com\/products\/bluefin-notho-killifsh-pair","provider":"Snuffle and Swim","version":"1.0","type":"link"}