Ballan Wrasse Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Ballan Wrasse in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 250 gallons (946 liters)
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, and non-aggressive temperate marine fish. Avoid keeping with smaller, docile fish or invertebrates that could be prey.
• Special requirements: Requires a large tank with ample rockwork for hiding and establishing territories. Excellent filtration and stable water parameters are crucial. A deep sand bed is beneficial as they may bury themselves at night or when stressed. They are jumpers, so a secure lid is essential. Feeding should consist of a varied diet of meaty foods.

Water parameters

Temperature

10-20°C (50-68°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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