Spotted Sunfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Spotted Sunfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other similarly sized, robust sunfish species or larger, non-aggressive fish. Avoid very small or delicate tankmates.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-filtered tank with plenty of hiding spots (rocks, driftwood, dense vegetation). A sandy or fine gravel substrate is preferred. Live or frozen foods are essential for optimal health.

Water parameters

Temperature

65-78°F (18-26°C)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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