Black Chin Livebearer Care Guide
Girardinus metallicus
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Bioload Score
1060
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 5.0 cm / 2.0"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–78°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 38L (10 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Central America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Omnivorous, enjoys a diet of flake food, small pellets, and live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp and daphnia.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for community tanks with other small, peaceful fish. Avoid keeping with large or aggressive species.
Good to Know
The Black Chin Livebearer is known for its unique mating behavior, where males display their vivid colors and black chin to attract females, showcasing a vibrant dance-like courtship.
Gender Differences
Males have a black chin and are generally smaller and more colorful than females.
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