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Brook Stickleback Aquarium Care Guide

Culaea inconstans

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Keeping Brook Stickleback in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
  • Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other small, peaceful, cold-water fish that can tolerate similar water parameters. Avoid housing with fin-nippers or overly boisterous species.
  • Special requirements: Requires a well-planted tank with plenty of hiding spots and a substrate suitable for nest building (e.g., fine gravel or sand). Good filtration and aeration are essential. Live or frozen foods are preferred.

Water parameters

Temperature
10-20°C (50-68°F)
pH level
6.5-7.5
Hardness
5-15 dGH

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