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Lemon Sole Aquarium Care Guide

Microstomus kitt

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Keeping Lemon Sole in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: Not suitable for home aquaria due to size and specialized needs.
  • Compatibility: Not typically kept in aquaria. If attempted in public aquariums, requires large, specialized cold-water marine setups with appropriate substrate and tank mates.
  • Special requirements: Requires very large, cold-water marine aquariums with a soft sand or mud substrate for burrowing. Excellent filtration and water quality are paramount. Not recommended for private aquarists.

Water parameters

Temperature
4-12°C (39-54°F)
pH level
7.8-8.4
Hardness
High (marine salinity)

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