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Bilagay Aquarium Care Guide

Cheilodactylus variegatus

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Keeping Bilagay in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: advanced
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 200 gallons
  • Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, and non-aggressive fish. Avoid keeping with smaller fish or invertebrates as they may be preyed upon.
  • Special requirements: Requires a large tank with ample rockwork for hiding and grazing. Excellent filtration and stable water parameters are crucial. May be difficult to acclimate to captive diets initially.

Water parameters

Temperature
18-22°C (64-72°F)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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