Sand Steenbras Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Sand Steenbras in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept in species-specific tanks or with other large, robust, non-aggressive fish. Avoid small or timid tank mates as they may be preyed upon.
• Special requirements: Requires a large tank with a deep sand bed (at least 15-20 cm) for burrowing and foraging. Excellent filtration and stable water parameters are crucial. Provide ample swimming space and some rockwork for shelter. Not typically recommended for home aquaria due to size and specific needs.

Water parameters

Temperature

18-24°C (64-75°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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