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Creek Chubsucker Aquarium Care Guide

Erimyzon oblongus

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Keeping Creek Chubsucker in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: omnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 75_gallons
  • Compatibility: Compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized temperate freshwater fish. Avoid highly aggressive or fin-nipping species.
  • Special requirements: Requires a well-oxygenated tank with good filtration. Substrate should be fine sand or smooth gravel to protect their sensitive barbels. Provide plenty of hiding spots with driftwood, rocks, and dense vegetation. They prefer moderate to strong current in parts of the tank.

Water parameters

Temperature
10-24°C (50-75°F)
pH level
6.5-7.5
Hardness
5-15_dGH

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