Schoolmaster Snapper Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Schoolmaster Snapper in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 180 gallons (for adults)
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other large, robust fish. Avoid keeping with very small fish or invertebrates as they may be preyed upon. May show aggression towards conspecifics in smaller tanks.
• Special requirements: Requires ample swimming space and plenty of rockwork for hiding. A varied diet of meaty foods is essential. Good filtration is necessary due to their predatory nature and waste production.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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