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Graysby Aquarium Care Guide

Cephalopholis cruentata

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Keeping Graysby 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 appropriately sized, non-aggressive fish. Avoid keeping with very small fish or invertebrates that it might consume. Only one Graysby per tank unless it's a very large system with ample hiding spots.
  • Special requirements: Requires plenty of live rock for hiding and establishing territories. A varied diet of meaty foods is essential. Good water quality and stable parameters are crucial for its health.

Water parameters

Temperature
72-78°F (22-26°C)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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