Emerald Shiner Aquarium Care Guide
Notropis atherinoides
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 30 gallons (for a small school)
- Compatibility: Excellent for community tanks with other peaceful, similarly sized fish. Best kept in schools of 6 or more.
- Special requirements: Requires clean, well-oxygenated water with good filtration. Benefits from open swimming space and some planted areas for cover. Can be sensitive to poor water quality.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 65-75°F (18-24°C)
- pH level
- 6.5-7.5
- Hardness
- 5-15 dGH
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