Bleeding Shiner Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Bleeding Shiner in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
• Compatibility: Compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized temperate fish. Avoid housing with aggressive or very large species that might prey on them.
• Special requirements: Requires well-oxygenated water with moderate flow, mimicking its natural stream habitat. A planted tank with hiding spots and a substrate of sand or fine gravel is ideal. They are schooling fish and should be kept in groups of 6 or more to reduce stress and encourage natural behavior.

Water parameters

Temperature

18-24°C (64-75°F)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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