The bar-tailed phoenix is a relatively easy-to-raise fish. It does not require high water temperature. Generally speaking, it can be kept above 20°C. During the breeding period , the temperature can be increased to about 28 °C. After understanding how suitable the water temperature of Madarao Phoenix is, let's introduce its requirements for water quality.

The water quality requirement of Bantail Phoenix is weakly acidic soft water.PH value should be controlled at around 6, and the hardness value should be kept between 2-3. During the breeding process, attention should be paid to the cleanliness of the water quality, and the water should be changed once or twice a week.