Redbreast Tilapia Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Redbreast Tilapia in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: herbivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons (280 liters)
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other robust, similarly sized cichlids or larger, peaceful fish. Avoid very small or overly aggressive tank mates. Provide ample hiding spots and territory.
• Special requirements: Requires a spacious tank with plenty of open swimming areas and hiding places. A substrate of sand or fine gravel is preferred. Strong filtration is essential due to their herbivorous diet and waste production. Live plants may be eaten, so hardy or artificial plants are recommended. Good aeration is also important.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-28 C (72-82 F)

pH level

6.5-8.0

Hardness

5-20 dGH

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