Golden Pheasant Killifish Pair

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🔥 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. Show more