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Caspian Shemaya Aquarium Care Guide

Alburnus chalcoides

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Keeping Caspian Shemaya in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: omnivore
  • Minimum tank size: Not suitable for typical home aquaria due to size, migratory habits, and specific environmental needs.
  • Compatibility: Generally peaceful with other large, non-aggressive fish, but its specific needs make it unsuitable for community tanks.
  • Special requirements: Requires very large, specialized aquaria or ponds mimicking its natural migratory environment, including areas with flowing water and brackish conditions. Not typically kept in captivity.

Water parameters

Temperature
10-22°C (50-72°F)
pH level
7.0-8.0
Hardness
Medium to hard (10-20 dGH)

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