River Shiner Aquarium Care Guide
Luxilus coccogenis
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
- Compatibility: Compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized temperate fish. Best kept in groups of 6 or more.
- Special requirements: Requires well-oxygenated water with moderate flow, a substrate of gravel and sand, and plenty of hiding places among rocks and driftwood. Live plants are beneficial. Mimicking a stream environment is ideal.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 18-24°C (64-75°F)
- pH level
- 6.5-7.5
- Hardness
- 5-15 dGH
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