killiefish death

[deeloke]

hi

My second attempt at keeping a bluefin notho killifish, (Nothobranchius rachovii) failed this evening. I am hoping an experienced killie keeper may be able to share some advise.

Here is my setup:
- 33 liter CO2 planted community tank (1 betta, some rasboras, otto, golden algae eater, snails)
- PH 7
- KH 7
- GH 7-9
- Posphate 1PPM
- No3 (nitrate) < 10
- 27 degrees c.

I fed tubifex worms the night before which was the first time they got live food in a couple of weeks (normally they are fed a combination of fish flakes).

I have some more killiefish eggs, but before i embark on my next attempt I will appreciate if any of you can give me some advise about the suitability of my setup to support killiefish.

I am keen to learn so by all means suggest some sites or books to read too!

cheers,

-dee

[exotic_idiot]

Hi deeloke, i don't have any experience keeping killies yet.. But this website offers a lot of guideline and care.. And lots of nice pics
http://www.killi.co.uk/speciesProfil...hius/rachovii/

If you're trying to breed them, i suggest you remove your betta, some rasboras, golden algae eater. Saw a nice video about their breeding.. Interesting..!
Nothobranchius rachovii spawn
Cheers,
Ben