Yellow-striped Cardinalfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Yellow-striped Cardinalfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
• Compatibility: Generally compatible with other peaceful reef-safe fish. Avoid housing with aggressive or very large predatory species. Can be kept in small groups.
• Special requirements: Requires plenty of hiding places, such as live rock with caves and crevices. Benefits from a mature aquarium with stable water parameters. Nocturnal feeders, so ensure food is available after lights out or during dim lighting.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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