Black Swordtail Characin Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Black Swordtail Characin in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 60 liters (15 gallons)
• Compatibility: Excellent for community tanks with other peaceful, similarly sized fish such as other small tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and dwarf cichlids. Avoid keeping with very large or aggressive species.
• Special requirements: Prefers a well-planted aquarium with open swimming areas. A dark substrate and floating plants can help bring out their colors. Best kept in groups of 6 or more to encourage natural schooling behavior and reduce shyness.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-28°C (72-82°F)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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