Our Guide To Keeping Perugia’s Limia Fish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Limia perugiae
   • Common name: Perugia’s Limia
   • Family: Poeciliidae
   • Origin: Jamaica
   • Adult length: 5-7 cm
   • Lifespan: 3-5 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Provide a tank size of at least 20 gallons for a small group of Limia perugiae.
   • Decorate the tank with plants like Java Moss and Vallisneria for cover and hiding spots.
   • Ensure the tank has a lid as Limia perugiae are known to jump.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Maintain a temperature between 24-28°C (75-82°F) and a pH level of 7.0-8.0.
   • Keep the water hardness between 20-30 dGH.

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Use a filter suitable for the tank size with moderate water flow.

5. Diet:

   • Offer a varied diet including high-quality flake, pellet, and vegetable-based foods.
   • Supplement with live or frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.

6. Tank mates:

   • Perugia’s Limia are peaceful and can be kept with other peaceful community fish like tetras, rasboras, and peaceful barbs.
   • Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping fish.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Perugia’s Limia are generally peaceful but may show territorial behavior, especially during breeding.
   • They are livebearers and can breed easily in the aquarium.