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Aquariums where its role fits: plant.
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Plant · Freshwater
Anubias barteri
Anubias barteri
Anubias barteri is a freshwater aquatic plant valued for its ornamental use in planted aquariums.
Difficulty
Beginner
Aggression
0/10
Schooling
Yes
Size
5.00 cm
Minimum volume
40 L
Temperature
22.0-28.0 ºC
Zone
Bottom
Lifespan
3 years
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plant
Territoriality
Low
Aggression
0/10
Activity
Slow
Thermal sensitivity
Medium
Bioload
Low
Speed
Slow
Predation risk
None
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Typical risk
Stability depends on temperature, group size, and real compatibility.
Aquarium zone
Where it lives best
Surface
Midwater
Bottom
primary
Quick compatibility
Community signals
Shrimp
Compatible
Snails
Compatible
Slow fish
Compatible
Aggressive fish
Conditional
Small fish
Compatible
Large fish
Compatible
Delicate plants
Compatible
Buying decision
Before buying Anubias barteri
Review these points before adding it to your aquarium. They are practical notes based on its profile, ecological data, and known relationships.
L
Adult volume
Make sure your aquarium is above 40 L before buying it.
G
Minimum group
Do not keep it alone if it needs a group; plan space for the right number of individuals.
Parameters
Water conditions
pH
6.8 - 7.8
GH
5 - 20
KH
0 - 10
Temperature
22.0 - 28.0 ºC
Growth and behavior
Juvenile to adult
Juvenile
When young or newly planted, it needs stability, good attachment or substrate adaptation, and protection from abrupt changes. Early growth is usually more reliable when light and nutrient competition are not excessive.
Shift
The main shift is from adaptation to steady growth if conditions remain stable.
Adult
Once established, it acts as biological structure in the aquarium and can provide shelter or useful surface for microorganisms. Its development depends on light, nutrients and overall stability.
Ecological profile
Role and biological pressure
Plant
Plant
Medium
Low
Wide
None
Profile: aquatic plant, with low bioload and primary use of the bottom. It can adapt to calm communities, although it usually behaves better with compatible companions. Compatibility mostly depends on stable parameters, adequate space and tank mates with a similar activity level.
Ecological radar
profile
Territoriality
24%
Aggression
0%
Activity
24%
Thermal sensitivity
52%
Bioload
24%
Common mistakes
What to avoid
Keeping it in tanks below the recommended adult volume.
Keeping too few individuals for a social species.
Essential care
Keep Anubias barteri in a stable aquarium and adapt light, trimming and fertilization to its growth rate.
Daily time
15 min
Breeding
Propagation of Anubias barteri depends on the species and may occur through division, cuttings, runners or adventitious plantlets.
Viviparous
Easy
Machos coloridos con aleta caudal grande
Alerts and health
- Plantas flotantes
- Escondites
Common issues
Podredumbre de aletas
Ich
Expert notes
Interesting details
01
Pueden tener hasta 200 crías por parto
02
Los machos tienen colores más vivos
Editorial confidence
Last review: June 2026
Content based on parameters, ecological profiles and manual relationships.
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