Aquarium size: Minimum: 150 liters (for a pair), 200–250 liters if kept with other fish.

Temperature: 22–28°C (ideally 24–26°C).

pH: 6.5 – 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral pH ~7.0 is recommended).

Hardness:

• GH: 5–15 dGH
• KH: 3–10 dKH

Flow: Low to moderate (does not like strong flow).

Decoration: Gently planted aquarium (e.g., Anubias, Echinodorus, Java...