Silk Snapper Aquarium Care Guide
Lutjanus vivanus
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: expert
- Temperament: aggressive
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
- Compatibility: Not suitable for typical home aquariums due to its large size and predatory nature. Can be kept with other large, aggressive fish in very large, specialized public aquariums.
- Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with ample swimming space and strong filtration. Live or frozen meaty foods are essential. Not recommended for the average aquarist.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 72-78°F (22-26°C)
- pH level
- 8.1-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
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