Starry Smooth-hound Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Starry Smooth-hound in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: expert
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 2000 gallons
• Compatibility: Not suitable for typical home aquariums due to size and specialized needs. May be kept in very large public aquariums with appropriate tank mates (other large, robust species).
• Special requirements: Requires a very large, well-filtered, and mature marine aquarium with ample swimming space and a soft substrate. Diet must consist of a variety of fresh or frozen seafood. Sensitive to water quality and stress. Not recommended for private aquarists.

Water parameters

Temperature

10-20°C (50-68°F)

pH level

7.8-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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