Brown Spike-tailed Paradise Fish Care Guide
Pseudosphromenus dayi
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Bioload Score
2000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 8.0 cm / 3.2"
- Temperature
- 23–28°C (74–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 60L (16 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Carnivorous; feeds on small insects and larvae.
Community Compatibility
Best kept in species-specific setups or with other peaceful, small fish.
Good to Know
The Brown Spike-tailed Paradise Fish is known for its unique spiked tail and quiet demeanor.
Gender Differences
Males are more brightly colored and have longer fins.
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