Slippery Dick Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Slippery Dick in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 50 gallons
• Compatibility: Generally compatible with other robust, non-aggressive fish. May harass smaller, more docile species. Not reef-safe as it will consume small invertebrates.
• Special requirements: Requires a sand bed of at least 3-4 inches for burrowing at night or when startled. Needs plenty of live rock for hiding and foraging. A tight-fitting lid is essential as they are known jumpers.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-82°F (22-28°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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