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A varied diet enhances coloration and long-term health.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003eGenerally \u003cstrong data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003epeaceful but mildly territorial\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially when forming pairs or breeding. Suitable tank mates include \u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eCorydoras catfish, tetras (like rummynose, ember, or black skirt), rasboras, gouramis\u003c\/strong\u003e, and other \u003cstrong data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003enon-aggressive community fish\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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