Banded Pygmy Sunfish Aquarium Care Guide
Elassoma zonatum
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 10 gallons
- Compatibility: Best kept in species-specific tanks or with other very small, peaceful, non-competitive fish. Avoid larger or boisterous tankmates.
- Special requirements: Requires a heavily planted aquarium with plenty of hiding spots, leaf litter, and minimal water flow. Live foods are essential for their diet, and they are sensitive to poor water quality.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 18-24°C (64-75°F)
- pH level
- 6.0-7.5
- Hardness
- soft to moderately hard (2-15 dGH)
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