Yellowtail Snapper Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Yellowtail Snapper in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 180 gallons
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other large, semi-aggressive fish. Avoid keeping with very small fish or invertebrates as they may be preyed upon. Best kept singly or in a very large tank with multiple individuals introduced simultaneously to minimize aggression.
• Special requirements: Requires a large tank with plenty of swimming space and rockwork for hiding. Excellent filtration is essential due to their carnivorous diet. They are jumpers, so a secure lid is necessary. Provide a varied diet of high-quality marine-based foods.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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