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Roundtail Chub Aquarium Care Guide

Gila robusta

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Keeping Roundtail Chub in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: omnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 200 gallons
  • Compatibility: Best kept in species-specific tanks or with other large, robust native fish. Avoid small or delicate species.
  • Special requirements: Requires a large tank with strong filtration and good aeration. Mimic natural riverine conditions with strong currents, rocky substrates, and hiding places. Not commonly available in the aquarium trade due to conservation concerns and specific habitat needs.

Water parameters

Temperature
15-25°C (59-77°F)
pH level
7.0-8.5
Hardness
100-300 ppm (moderate to hard)

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