Brook Silverside Aquarium Care Guide
Labidesthes sicculus
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
- Compatibility: Best kept in schools of 6 or more with other peaceful, similarly sized fish. Avoid aggressive or very large tank mates.
- Special requirements: Requires a well-oxygenated tank with open swimming areas and some surface vegetation. Sensitive to poor water quality. Prefers live or frozen small invertebrates.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 68-78°F (20-26°C)
- pH level
- 6.5-7.5
- Hardness
- 5-15 dGH
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