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Tub Gurnard Aquarium Care Guide

Chelidonichthys lucerna

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Keeping Tub Gurnard 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, 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, ample open swimming space, and good water quality. Live or frozen meaty foods are essential. Not commonly kept in home aquaria due to size and specific needs.

Water parameters

Temperature
10-20°C (50-68°F)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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