Eastern Shovelnose Ray Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Eastern Shovelnose Ray in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: expert
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 1000 gallons (3785 liters)
• Compatibility: Not suitable for typical home aquaria due to size and specialized needs. Only compatible with very large, species-specific or highly specialized public aquaria setups. Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping species.
• Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with a soft, sandy substrate for burrowing. Excellent filtration and stable water parameters are crucial. Live or frozen meaty foods are essential. Not recommended for private aquarists due to its size and specialized care.

Water parameters

Temperature

20-24°C (68-75°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

1.020-1.025 SG

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