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Blue Hamlet Aquarium Care Guide

Hypoplectrus gemma

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Keeping Blue Hamlet in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
  • Compatibility: Can be kept with other hamlets if introduced simultaneously and provided with ample space and hiding spots. Generally compatible with other non-aggressive, similarly sized reef-safe fish. Avoid keeping with very small, shy fish or aggressive tank mates.
  • Special requirements: Requires a well-established reef aquarium with plenty of live rock for hiding and territory establishment. Good water quality and stable parameters are crucial. Provide a varied diet of meaty foods.

Water parameters

Temperature
72-78°F (22-26°C)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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