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Inland Silverside Aquarium Care Guide

Menidia beryllina

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Keeping Inland Silverside in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

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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