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Compatibility:
They mix well with active fish such as barbs, sharks, swordtails, and small cichlids such as severums and kribensis. Can not be trusted with guppies, angels, goldfish, and small tetras because they can be aggressive.

Paradise Fish: Key Points, Tips & Tricks - Paradisefish Q/A

1. Peaceful by themselves, they can be aggressive and aren't recommended companions of other slow moving fish such as Angelfish.
2. A male may also mistake fish such as gouramis or Bettas as its own, and attack it viciously.
3. They can grow to about 4 inches and live at least a few years. Females in general are pretty dull, while my male had fantastic coloring. Males are a bit longer and thinner, leaving females a bit "taller" and stubbier. The fins and coloring are the dead giveaway, though. If the fins are longer, and the coloring is brighter, you've got a male on your hands.
4. This fish likes to stay just below water surface where there are floating plants.
5. Unfortunately, this fish can be very nasty towards the other fish in the aquarium, so it is best to keep it only with fish that are at least as large as it is and that are able to withstand being bullied.

Paradise Fish: DO'S - Paradisefish Q/A

1. These fish jump, boy do they jump, cover the tank leaving no holes at all!
2. These Fish love floating plants, and slightly cooler tropical water with very little surface agitation appreciated.

Paradise Fish: DONT'S - Paradisefish Q/A

1. Do not place in tanks smaller than 25 gallons, 40+ gallons is preferred.
2. Don't place them with guppies, angels, goldfish, and small tetras because they can be aggressive.

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