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Lowfin Chub Aquarium Care Guide

Kyphosus analogus

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Keeping Lowfin Chub in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: advanced
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: herbivore
  • Minimum tank size: 250 gallons
  • Compatibility: Can be kept with other large, robust fish. May be aggressive towards smaller or more docile tank mates, especially conspecifics if not introduced carefully or in a very large tank.
  • Special requirements: Requires a large tank with ample swimming space and plenty of live rock for grazing and hiding. A well-established tank with significant algal growth is beneficial. High water quality and strong filtration are essential.

Water parameters

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

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