Golden Pheasant Killifish Pair

🔥 Golden Pheasant Killifish (Aphyosemion australe “Gold Pheasant”)

Add a luxurious golden shimmer and flowing elegance to your aquarium with the stunning Golden Pheasant Killifish. This beautifully refined colour strain of the Lyretail Killifish features a rich metallic gold body paired with delicate, flowing fins that create a truly regal display in planted aquariums.

Calm, graceful, and visually striking, this killifish is perfect for aquarists looking for a premium ornamental species with subtle sophistication.

🌿 Why Choose Golden Pheasant Killifish?

✨ Deep metallic golden body sheen
🎭 Elegant, flowing lyre-shaped fins
🐠 Peaceful and beautifully displaying killifish
🌱 Ideal for planted and aquascaped aquariums
⭐ Premium ornamental strain in the UK hobby

Males display constant gentle fin spreading and shimmering gold tones, especially under soft lighting and against dark substrates.

📏 Care Requirements

🧬 Scientific Name: Aphyosemion australe (Gold Pheasant strain)
📛 Common Name: Golden Pheasant Killifish
🏠 Tank Size: 30L+ recommended
🌡️ Temperature: 22–26°C
⚗️ pH Range: 6.0–7.0
🧘 Temperament: Peaceful (males may be mildly territorial)
🍽️ Diet: Live & frozen foods preferred, accepts high-quality micro pellets
👥 Group Size: 1 male with 2+ females recommended

Golden Pheasant Killifish thrive in well-planted aquariums with soft lighting, floating plants, and calm water flow.

🐠 Compatibility

Best suited to peaceful community or species-focused aquariums. Ideal tank mates include small tetras, rasboras, pygmy Corydoras, shrimp, and snails. Avoid fin-nippers or aggressive species, and avoid keeping multiple males in small tanks.

Important Notes

These fish are excellent jumpers, so a secure lid is essential. A varied diet rich in live and frozen foods helps maintain their rich golden colour and overall vitality.

The Golden Pheasant Killifish is a perfect choice for UK aquarists looking for a refined, elegant, and eye-catching fish that brings warm metallic colour and graceful movement to planted aquariums.