Inland Silverside Aquarium Care Guide
Menidia beryllina
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
- Compatibility: Best kept in schools of 6 or more with other peaceful, similarly sized fish. Avoid aggressive or very large tank mates.
- Special requirements: Requires a well-filtered tank with good water quality and ample swimming space. A brackish setup is often preferred for optimal health, though they can adapt to pure freshwater. Provide open areas for schooling and some cover.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 68-78°F (20-26°C)
- pH level
- 7.0-8.5
- Hardness
- 10-25 dGH
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