No captive breeding has been recorded. In the wild, pairs spawn in densely weeded places.
Needs a large group in mature, stable conditions; pairing is hard to control.
Roomy, planted tank with very soft acidic water (pH 5-6.5), subdued light and fine-leaved plants or a spawning mat.
Rain-season style changes: soft cool water changes, a small temperature rise and heavy live feeding.
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Infusoria then brine shrimp nauplii; survival is poor without very clean water.
Mature females are deeper-bodied than males.