Lambari Aquarium Care Guide
Astyanax lacustris
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: beginner
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
- Compatibility: Compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized fish. Best kept in schools of 6 or more.
- Special requirements: Requires a well-planted tank with open swimming areas. Good filtration is essential. Can be prone to fin nipping if not kept in sufficiently large schools or with fin-nipping tank mates.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 22-28°C (72-82°F)
- pH level
- 6.0-7.5
- Hardness
- 5-15 dGH
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