When does the meeting of the Ruhr Area regional group take place?

The meeting takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 3 PM.

Where is the event taking place?

The event location is Wirtshaus Hiby at Baroper Straße 27 in 44892 Bochum.

How much is the entrance fee?

Attendance at regional group meetings of the German Killifish Society is free.

Who can participate in the meeting?

Experienced aquarists, killifish breeders, beginners, and all interested parties can participate. Membership is not compulsory.

What topics are the focus?

The focus is on killifishes, aquarium care, keeping, breeding, species diversity, and personal exchange of experiences.

Experience Killifishes Up Close: This Bochum Meeting Connects Knowledge, Breeding, and True Aquaristic Passion

Name: Meeting of the German Killifish Society Regional Group Ruhr Area
Start: 2026-10-17T15:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-17T18:00:00+02:00
Location: Wirtshaus Hiby

Fascination Killifish: The Ruhr Area Regional Group meets in Bochum

On Saturday, October 17, 2026, the Ruhr Area regional group of the German Killifish Society invites you to their next meeting in Bochum. At Wirtshaus Hiby on Baroper Straße, aquarium enthusiasts, breeders, and curious beginners come together to exchange experiences and learn about the special world of killifishes.

Vibrant Aquaristics and Professional Exchange

Killifishes, also known as egg-laying toothcarps, captivate with their variety of colors, interesting behavior, and the demanding yet fascinating keeping. The German Killifish Society has been dedicated to the care, breeding, and propagation of these special ornamental fish since 1969. Its goal lies in the exchange of experiences and the sustainable preservation of rare species through targeted breeding.

A Meeting Place for Aquarists in the Ruhr Area

The event offers a personal event atmosphere with short distances to experienced aquarists and room for individual conversations. The main focus is on the organization of the regional group, practical questions about aquarium care, as well as the keeping and breeding of various killifish species. Especially for beginners, the meeting provides an uncomplicated access to a specialized hobby.

Event Experience with Expertise and Community

The regional groups of the German Killifish Society regularly organize meetings where expert lectures, news from aquaristics, and often the exchange of fish are combined. This creates a lively audience atmosphere, in which expertise, personal experience, and joy in the underwater world come together.

Who is the Meeting Suitable For?

The meeting is aimed at experienced breeders, committed aquarists, and anyone who wants to get to know killifishes better. Membership in the German Killifish Society is not a prerequisite for attending regional group meetings. The event is also suitable for interested individuals who want to make their first contact with the killifish scene.

Conclusion: Experience Aquaristics Live

The meeting of the Ruhr Area regional group combines professional exchange, personal encounters, and the special atmosphere of an engaged aquaristic community. Those interested in killifishes, breeding, species diversity, and sustainable aquarium keeping will experience an informative afternoon in Bochum with a real event experience.