Slimy Sculpin Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Slimy Sculpin in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: territorial
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other cold-water, bottom-dwelling fish of similar size that are not easily preyed upon. Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping species.
• Special requirements: Requires excellent water quality, high oxygen levels, and a well-filtered tank with plenty of hiding places (rocks, caves, driftwood). Substrate should be fine gravel or sand. Sensitive to elevated temperatures and poor water conditions.

Water parameters

Temperature

45-65°F (7-18°C)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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