Pugnose ponyfish Aquarium Care Guide
Deveximentum insidiator
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 50 gallons
- Compatibility: Generally compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized fish. Avoid aggressive or very large tank mates.
- Special requirements: Requires a sandy substrate for burrowing, good water quality, and a varied diet. Can be sensitive to sudden changes in water parameters.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 24-28°C (75-82°F)
- pH level
- 7.5-8.5
- Hardness
- 10-25 dGH
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