Blue Badis

Care requirements

• Minimum tank 31 × 12 in (80 × 30 cm) or larger.
• Adult size 2.4 in (60 mm), excluding the tail
• Temperature 75–77°F (24–25°C)
• pH 6.5–7.5
• GH 4–12 dGH
• Ammonia and nitrite 0 ppm

Housing & compatibility

Males may defend territories. Choose small, peaceful tankmates or a species-focused setup and check feeding individually.

Diet

Provide suitable tiny live or frozen foods. Prepared foods may be refused; confirm what the current stock is eating rather than assuming pellets will be accepted.

Try Hikari Bio-Pure Frozen Baby Brine Shrimp if accepted, as part of a varied diet. Ask what it’s eating at the shop.