Squirrelfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Squirrelfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other semi-aggressive to aggressive fish of similar size. Avoid keeping with very small, docile fish or invertebrates that could be prey. Best kept singly or in very large tanks with multiple individuals introduced simultaneously.
• Special requirements: Requires ample rockwork with caves and overhangs for hiding during the day. A well-established tank with stable water parameters is crucial. Provide a varied diet of meaty foods. Nocturnal, so observe feeding at night.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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