Silverbelly Aquarium Care Guide
Aldrichetta forsteri
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: expert
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
- Compatibility: Generally compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized estuarine or marine species. Avoid aggressive or very small tank mates.
- Special requirements: Requires a very large, well-filtered brackish or marine aquarium with ample swimming space. Mimic natural estuarine conditions with fluctuating salinity if possible. Sensitive to water quality. Not commonly kept in home aquaria due to size and specific environmental needs.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 15-25°C (59-77°F)
- pH level
- 7.5-8.5
- Hardness
- 10-25 dGH
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