Bilagay Aquarium Care Guide
Cheilodactylus variegatus
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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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