Clown Killifish
- In stock, ready to ship
- Inventory on the way
- Live Arrival Guarantee
- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
This is only apply to live fish order.
Live Arrival Guarantee:
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates: one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
The Clown Killifish (Epiplatys Annulatus), also known as the Rocket Killifish or Banded Panchax, is a small and peaceful freshwater fish native to slow-moving waters and swamps of West Africa, particularly Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Liberia. This species is highly sought after for its vibrant vertical body stripes and a rocket-shaped tail marked by intense red, blue, or yellow hues, especially in males.
Unlike many killifish that are annual and have short lifespans, Clown Killifish are non-annual and live much longer, making them more beginner-friendly.
At Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our Clown Killifish for sale are tank-breed, grown, and sold with love and care. Visit our fish store online or aquarium in Virginia for more high-quality freshwater fish for sale. We have a lot more fish available such as betta fish for sale, aquatic plants for sale, freshwater shrimp for sale, freshwater snails for sale, and other aquarium supplies.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THIS FISH:
- Colorful Appearance: Expect bold vertical stripes and rocket-shaped tails—males are especially vibrant with red, blue, and yellow.
- Peaceful Nature: Gentle and calm, ideal for nano tanks and peaceful community setups.
- Top-Level Swimmers: They stay near the surface, adding activity to the upper tank zone.
- Easy to Breed: Simple to spawn in planted tanks; fry hatch in 10–14 days with minimal intervention.
- Secure Lid Needed: They’re jumpers! Always use a tight-fitting lid to prevent escapes.
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:
- Temperature: 72–78°F (22–26°C)
- pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5
- Hardness: 1 – 10 dGH
- Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons for a small group (10 gallons recommended)
- Filtration: Low-flow sponge filter or nano filter
- Lighting: Low to moderate lighting; floating plants recommended
CARE GUIDELINES:
- Diet: Although omnivorous, Clown Killifish are micropredators and thrive on a protein-rich fish food. They readily accept live or frozen foods such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia, micro worms, and Cyclops. They can also eat high-quality micro pellets and freeze-dried foods, though live options are best for long-term health and color.
- Feeding habits: These fish have very small mouths and feed near the surface, so offer fine, floating foods. Feed small amounts once or twice daily, focusing on micro-sized live or frozen foods to enhance activity and coloration.
- Social behavior: Peaceful and shy, Clown Killifish do best in pairs or small harems (1 male to 2–3 females). In larger tanks, they can be kept in small groups. They are top-dwellers and should be housed with calm, non-aggressive tank mates to prevent stress.
- Origin: Slow-moving freshwater habitats in West Africa (Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Liberia)
- Average adult size: 1.0 – 1.5 inches (2.5 – 4 cm), making them ideal for nano tanks or small community aquariums.
Clown Killifish Frequently Asked Questions FAQs
How big do Clown Killifish get?
Clown Killifish (Epiplatys annulatus) typically grow to an average adult size of 1.0 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 4 cm).
- Males are often slightly slimmer and more colorful with longer, rocket-shaped tail fins.
- Females are rounder-bodied but slightly shorter in length.
Their small size makes them perfect for nano tanks, but they still need quality water and gentle tank mates to thrive.
How many Clown Killifish should be kept together?
- In nano tanks (5–10 gallons): Keep a pair or a harem (1 male with 2–3 females) to prevent male aggression and encourage natural behavior.
- In larger tanks (10+ gallons): A group of 6 or more can be kept comfortably, with multiple females for each male to reduce territorial tension.
Are Clown Killifish good for beginners?
Yes! While they prefer soft water and calm tanks, they are hardy and easy to care for, making them beginner-friendly in the right setup.
