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Coral Hind Aquarium Care Guide

Cephalopholis miniata

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Keeping Coral Hind in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 180 gallons (680 liters)
  • Compatibility: Can be kept with other large, semi-aggressive fish. Not suitable for reef tanks with small fish or crustaceans as it will prey on them. Only one Coral Hind per tank unless it's a very large system with ample hiding spots and introduced simultaneously.
  • Special requirements: Requires a well-established aquarium with plenty of live rock for hiding and territory establishment. Excellent filtration is essential due to its carnivorous diet and waste production. Provide a varied diet of high-quality meaty foods.

Water parameters

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

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