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Sergeant Major Aquarium Care Guide

Abudefduf vaigiensis

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Keeping Sergeant Major in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: beginner
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: omnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 50 gallons (190 liters)
  • Compatibility: Can be kept with other robust, semi-aggressive fish. Avoid keeping with very small or timid species. May become territorial, especially in smaller tanks or when breeding.
  • Special requirements: Requires plenty of live rock for hiding and grazing. A well-established tank with stable water parameters is crucial. Provide a varied diet including high-quality flake food, pellets, frozen brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and vegetable matter.

Water parameters

Temperature
72-82°F (22-28°C)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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