Painted Hypselodoris Aquarium Care Guide
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: expert
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: filter_feeder
- Minimum tank size: 50 gallons
- Compatibility: Generally compatible with other peaceful invertebrates and small, non-aggressive fish. Avoid housing with predatory fish or invertebrates that might prey on nudibranchs.
- Special requirements: Requires a mature reef aquarium with stable water parameters and a consistent supply of its specific sponge diet. Very sensitive to water quality fluctuations and medications. Not recommended for novice aquarists due to specialized feeding and environmental needs.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 22-26°C (72-79°F)
- pH level
- 8.1-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
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