Paradise Fish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Paradise Fish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 20 gallons (75 liters) for a single male, larger for groups or community tanks
• Compatibility: Can be kept with similarly sized, robust fish that are not fin-nippers. Avoid keeping with very docile or long-finned species. Males are highly territorial towards each other and should generally be kept singly or in very large, heavily planted tanks with multiple females. Females can be kept in groups.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-planted tank with plenty of hiding spots and surface cover (e.g., floating plants) to provide security and aid in bubble nest construction. Good filtration with gentle flow is preferred. As a labyrinth fish, they can breathe atmospheric air, so access to the water surface is crucial. A tight-fitting lid is necessary to prevent jumping and maintain warm, humid air above the water surface.

Water parameters

Temperature

20-26°C (68-79°F)

pH level

6.0-8.0

Hardness

5-19 dGH

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