White-faced Surgeonfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping White-faced Surgeonfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: herbivore
• Minimum tank size: 120 gallons
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other robust, non-aggressive fish. May be aggressive towards other surgeonfish, especially those of similar shape or color. Best kept singly or in very large tanks with multiple surgeonfish introduced simultaneously.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-established aquarium with ample live rock for grazing and hiding. A strong current is beneficial. High-quality herbivore diet is crucial for long-term health, including various marine algae and spirulina. Susceptible to lateral line erosion (HLLE) if not fed a proper diet and provided with good water quality.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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