Gold Lyretail Panchax (Tank Bred)
To protect our animals and to ensure they get to our customers healthy, we will only ship orders with Nano Fish via UPS Next Day Air.
Gold Lyretail Panchax (Aphyosemion australe), also known as the Lyretail Killifish, is one of the most stunning nano fish in the hobby today. They have beautiful coloration and patterns which make them stand out in any planted aquarium. They can grow to a maximum size of about 2.5 to 3 inches, making them perfect for planted nano tanks.
Gold Lyretail Panchax are relatively easy to care for as long as they are introduced to a mature, cycled tank. They can acclimate to a wide range of water parameters. Our tank water parameters are as follows:
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 72-78°F |
| PH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Water Hardness | 2-8 dGH |
| Ammonia | 0 ppm |
| Nitrite | 0 ppm |
| Nitrate | below 20 ppm |
FAQ
What is the maximum size of a Gold Lyretail Panchax?
The maximum size of a Gold Lyretail Panchax is about 2.5 to 3 inches.
What water parameters do you maintain for these fish?
We maintain a temperature between 72-78°F, pH between 6.0-7.0, water hardness of 2-8 dGH, and ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels at 0 ppm, 0 ppm, and below 20 ppm respectively.
How are the fish shipped?
Orders are shipped via UPS Next Day Air with Nano Fish only.

Evan Kerr –
The Lyretail Killifish are vibrant and active in my planted tank. They adapt well to the water conditions I have. The coloration is striking and they look great with the live plants. Easy to keep once the tank is cycled.
Isaac Bond –
I was impressed with how quickly they settled into the tank. The fish are healthy and show good color after a few weeks. I appreciate the clear water parameters provided. They don’t require much maintenance.
Elizabeth Quinn –
These fish are a highlight in my nano aquarium. They swim gracefully and their patterns are beautiful. I’ve kept them for over three months and they remain active and healthy.