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Red Irish Lord Aquarium Care Guide

Hemilepidotus hemilepidotus

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Keeping Red Irish Lord in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: territorial
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 200 gallons
  • Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, cold-water fish that can tolerate its territorial nature. Avoid small fish or invertebrates as they will be prey.
  • Special requirements: Requires a very large, well-chilled aquarium with excellent filtration and strong aeration. Abundant rockwork and hiding places are essential. Live or frozen meaty foods are necessary. Not suitable for typical home aquariums due to size, temperature requirements, and specialized care.

Water parameters

Temperature
4-10°C (39-50°F)
pH level
7.8-8.4
Hardness
10-20 dKH

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