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Priapella intermedia

Intermediate livebearer, Blackstripe livebearer
Temperature
22–25°C
pH
5–6
dGH
6–14 ppm
Size
5 cm
Tank
40 L
Priapella intermedia is a peaceful community fish known for its striking dorsal fin and ability to adapt to various water conditions. They are livebearers, meaning they give birth to live young instead of laying eggs. Ensure that the tank has plenty of plants and hiding spots to mimic their natural habitat. It's advisable to maintain them with other non-aggressive species.

Water parameters

Hardness
6–14 ppm
Temperature
22–25°C
pH
5–6

Tank & size

Fish size
5 cm
Tank length
40 cm
Tank volume
40 L

Distribution

Central America