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Rock Sea Bass Aquarium Care Guide

Centropristis philadelphica

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Keeping Rock Sea Bass in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 75 gallons
  • Compatibility: Can be kept with other similarly sized, semi-aggressive fish. Avoid keeping with very small or docile species. Only one male per tank, or a male with multiple females, due to territoriality.
  • Special requirements: Requires ample rockwork and hiding places. A sand or fine gravel substrate is preferred. Good filtration and stable water parameters are crucial. Can be prone to fin nipping if not given enough space or appropriate tank mates.

Water parameters

Temperature
68-78°F (20-26°C)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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