Black Barred Moenkhausia Aquarium Care Guide
Moenkhausia costae
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: beginner
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
- Compatibility: Excellent for community tanks with other peaceful, similarly sized fish. Avoid housing with very large or aggressive species.
- Special requirements: Prefers a well-planted aquarium with open swimming spaces. Benefits from schooling in groups of 6 or more individuals to reduce stress and display natural behaviors. A dark substrate can enhance their coloration.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 22-26°C (72-79°F)
- pH level
- 6.0-7.5
- Hardness
- 5-15 dGH
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