Mediterranean Sand Eel Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Mediterranean Sand Eel in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: expert
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 200 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept in species-specific tanks or with very small, peaceful, non-predatory fish that do not compete for burrowing space. Avoid aggressive or large tank mates.
• Special requirements: Requires a deep bed of fine, soft sand (at least 10-15 cm) for burrowing. Excellent water quality, strong filtration, and good water movement are essential. They are highly sensitive to stress and water parameter fluctuations. Live planktonic foods are crucial for their diet, making them challenging to maintain long-term in captivity.

Water parameters

Temperature

15-22°C (59-72°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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