Three-spined Stickleback (partially plated morph) Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Three-spined Stickleback (partially plated morph) in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other coldwater, robust fish that can tolerate its territorial nature, especially during breeding. Avoid keeping with very small or delicate species.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-filtered tank with plenty of hiding places and areas for territorial display. Live or frozen foods are preferred. A cooler water temperature is crucial for their long-term health. Males become intensely territorial during breeding and require space to build nests.

Water parameters

Temperature

10-20°C (50-68°F)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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