[Ebook] 500 freshwater aquarium fish – Killifish – Florida Flagfish (Jordanella floridae)

This old favorite continues to hold its own against some of the more colorful killifishes of both the New and Old Worlds. It is a tough, easy-to- breed species in which mature males in peak condition constantly display toward each other as well as toward prospective mates.

Other common name

• American Flagfish

Family

• Cyprinodontidae

Subfamily

• Cyprinodontinae

Distribution

• From Florida southward to the Yucatan peninsula in Mexico.

Size

• Males up to 2 1/2in (6.5cm); females slightly smaller.

Behavior

• Males territorial and often aggressive toward rivals, but more tolerant of other species.

Diet

• All types of food accepted; vegetable component important.

Aquarium

• Thickly planted, with some open swimming areas and fine-grained substratum. Water chemistry not critical but quality must be good. Temperature range: 66-77 F (19-25C).

Breeding

• Eggs are either scattered among fine-leaved vegetation or laid in a depression prepared by the male; male also guards eggs. Hatching takes about 6-9 days.