Red Gurnard Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Red Gurnard in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: expert
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 200 gallons (750 liters)
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, non-aggressive temperate marine fish. Avoid small fish or invertebrates as they may be prey.
• Special requirements: Requires a large tank with a soft sand substrate for burrowing and foraging. Excellent filtration and strong water movement are essential. Live food (shrimp, small fish) is preferred, and they can be challenging to acclimate to prepared foods. Not typically kept in home aquaria due to size, temperature requirements, and specialized care.

Water parameters

Temperature

10-20°C (50-68°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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