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American Flagfish Group (Jordanella floridae)
American Flagfish Group
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
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American Flagfish Group (Jordanella floridae)
Additional locales and sizes may be available!
Additional locales and sizes may be available!

Quick Stats

Care Level Easy
Temperament Semi-aggressive
Color Form Blue, Green, Red
Diet Omnivore
Water Conditions 66-72° F, KH 6-20, pH 6.7-8.2
Max. Size 2½"
Family Cyprinodontidae
Minimum Tank Size 10 gallons
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Care Level Easy
Temperament Semi-aggressive
Color Form Blue, Green, Red
Diet Omnivore
Water Conditions 66-72° F, KH 6-20, pH 6.7-8.2
Max. Size 2½"
Family Cyprinodontidae
Minimum Tank Size 10 gallons
Compatibility View Chart
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information

Overview

The American Flagfish is an undemanding Killifish that is highly sought after for its algae-managing services. If that is not reason enough to acquire this hardy and interesting New World Killifish, the unique marking and color pattern is sure to win you over. It is not difficult to see why this Killifish is named after the American flag. Alternating horizontal stripes of red and creamy green stretch across the body and iridescent scales sparkle like stars on the blue anterior of the American Flagfish. This wonderful piscine Star-Spangled Banner is sure to capture the imagination of hobbyists and onlookers alike.

The American Flagfish fish originates from still and slow-moving marshes, swamps, lakes, and ponds from Florida south to the Yucatan Peninsula. Provided with proper water quality, the American Flagfish can adapt to a variety of water conditions. The American Flagfish is a great addition to community aquariums, planted aquariums, cool-water aquariums, or even small outdoor ponds. The ideal aquarium environment for the American Flagfish should include driftwood, roots, and rocks for ample hiding places. Dense planting along the sides and rear of the aquarium and finish with a cover of floating plants. Be sure to leave an open swimming area in the center of the aquarium. To help bring out the best coloration in the American Flagfish, consider using dark substrate. The female American Flagfish is larger, more full bodied, and tends to be more yellow in coloration than the male. The dorsal fin of the male American Flagfish will tend to be more ornate and the body is more olive-green in coloration.

The American Flagfish will accept most live foods such as brine shrimp, white worms, tubifex, and some commercially prepared flake and frozen foods. If sufficient algae is not present in the aquarium, supplement the diet of the American Flagfish with prepared algae flake food or algae tablets.

Approximate Purchase Size: 3/4" - 1-1/4"

Customer Testimonials

Stephanie G Austin , TX
Arrived in excellent condition. They are healthy and lively and had my aquarium and fountain free of algae within two days. Not only that they are pretty, they get along well with my Mosquito fish.
Bruce B San Diego , CA
Have a male and female in my 30 gal, they don't seem to be interested in algae
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