Pink Maomao Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Pink Maomao in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: expert
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, deep-water fish that can tolerate similar cool-water conditions. Not suitable for typical reef tanks due to temperature requirements and predatory nature.
• Special requirements: Requires a very large, deep-water aquarium with excellent filtration and strong water movement. Maintaining consistently cool water temperatures is paramount. Live rock structures providing ample hiding places are essential. Due to their deep-water origin, they are sensitive to rapid changes in pressure and light.

Water parameters

Temperature

10-18°C (50-64°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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