Redbreast Sunfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Redbreast Sunfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 50 gallons
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other similarly sized, robust sunfish or larger, non-aggressive species. Avoid very small or delicate fish. Males can be territorial, especially during breeding.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-filtered tank with plenty of hiding spots (rocks, driftwood, dense vegetation). A sandy or fine gravel substrate is preferred. Good water quality is crucial.

Water parameters

Temperature

65-75°F (18-24°C)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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