Beginners raising colorful phoenix fish pay attention to the appropriate water temperature. The water temperature for colorful phoenix fish is generally controlled between 24-26 °C. Within this temperature range, colorful phoenix fish has a strong appetite and grows rapidly. It is not immune to the outside world. The influence of temperature changes has always been maintained in a relatively stable state.

The most suitable water value for raising colorful phoenix fish PH value: 6.8～ 7.2, and the best water hardness is 5-10Dgh. Although the colorful phoenix fish is also a complete turfist, it is too small and difficult to pose a threat to other fish, so it is very suitable for mixing with small tropical fish. It is a gentle and timid tropical fish that is best kept in a relatively quiet environment without direct sunlight. More aquatic plants should be planted in the water tank for them to hide and shelter, and the breeding box should preferably be covered with bottom sand.

The colorful phoenix fish is a small fish with a body length of only 3 to 5 cm. It is best to use an aquarium of 45cm or more to raise the colorful phoenix fish. Because the black butterflyfish is a medium-sized ornamental fish, but the specific fish tank size depends on the feeding amount.