Pinfish Aquarium Care Guide
Lagodon rhomboides
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: semi-aggressive
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 75 gallons
- Compatibility: Can be kept with other robust, similarly sized marine fish. May nip fins of slower-moving or long-finned species. Not suitable for reef tanks as they will consume invertebrates.
- Special requirements: Requires a well-established marine aquarium with plenty of hiding places. A varied diet is essential. Can be prone to aggression, especially when food is introduced or in smaller tanks.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 68-78°F (20-26°C)
- pH level
- 7.8-8.4
- Hardness
- 1.020-1.025 SG
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