Day's Spike-tail
Pseudosphromenus dayi
Also known as: Day's Spike-tail, Red Spike-tailed Paradise Fish
Origin: Southern India
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 8 cm
- Min Tank
- 60 L
- Lifespan
- 3-5
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Peaceful
About
Pseudosphromenus dayi is found in slow backwaters and coastal streams of southern India. Males display slightly more vibrant colouration than P. cupanus, with reddish-orange tones on their fins. An excellent and underappreciated species for the biotope or planted community aquarium.
Care Guide
Water: 22–27°C, pH 6.0–7.5, soft to moderately hard. Tank: 60L minimum, planted with fine-leaved plants and floating cover. Feeding: Omnivore — micro-pellets, flake, live/frozen daphnia and bloodworm. Behaviour: Peaceful; mild male-to-male display only. Compatibility: Compatible with small-medium peaceful community fish.
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