Golden Lyretail Killifish Australe Pair

🔥 Golden Lyretail Killifish – Australe (Aphyosemion australe “Gold”)

Add a stunning flash of gold and elegance to your aquarium with the beautiful Golden Lyretail Killifish Australe. This selectively bred colour form of the Lyretail Killifish is famous for its rich golden-yellow body and flowing, lyre-shaped tail, making it one of the most eye-catching small show fish available.

Graceful, colourful, and full of personality, this killifish is perfect for planted aquariums where its shimmering gold tones can truly stand out.

🌿 Why Choose Golden Lyretail Killifish Australe?

✨ Bright metallic golden body colouration
🎭 Elegant lyre-shaped flowing tail
🐠 Calm but visually striking killifish species
🌱 Perfect for planted and aquascaped aquariums
⭐ Premium colour variant popular in the UK

Males display beautiful, flowing finnage and vibrant gold tones, especially when viewed against dark substrate and lush greenery.

📏 Care Requirements

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

Golden Lyretail Killifish thrive in well-planted aquariums with soft lighting, gentle flow, and plenty of cover.

🐠 Compatibility

Best suited to peaceful community or species tanks. 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 setups.

Important Notes

These fish are excellent jumpers, so a tight-fitting lid is essential. A varied diet rich in live and frozen foods helps maintain their intense golden colour and overall health.