Butterfly Goodeid Care Guide
Ameca splendens
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Bioload Score
1200
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 10.0 cm / 4.0"
- Temperature
- 20–24°C (68–75°F)
- pH Range
- 7.2 – 8.2
- Min Tank Size
- 76L (20 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Central America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; accepts a varied diet of high-quality flakes, pellets, live, and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
Compatible with other peaceful community fish.
Gender Differences
Males often display more vibrant colors and larger anal fins.
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