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Red Sea Halfbeak Aquarium Care Guide

Hyporhamphus gamberur

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Keeping Red Sea Halfbeak in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: advanced
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 200 gallons
  • Compatibility: Best kept in species-specific tanks or with other peaceful, similarly sized pelagic fish that do not compete for surface feeding. Avoid aggressive or very small tank mates.
  • Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with ample swimming space, excellent water quality, and a tight-fitting lid as they are prone to jumping. Live or frozen small invertebrates and fish are essential for their diet. They are sensitive to stress and sudden movements.

Water parameters

Temperature
24-28°C (75-82°F)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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