Summer Flounder Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Summer Flounder in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: expert
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
• Compatibility: Not suitable for typical home aquariums due to size, predatory nature, and specific environmental needs. May be kept in very large public aquariums with appropriate tank mates (e.g., other large, robust marine fish that are not prey).
• Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with a soft sand substrate for burrowing, excellent filtration, and strong water movement. Live food or fresh, high-quality frozen seafood is essential. Not recommended for hobbyists.

Water parameters

Temperature

50-75°F (10-24°C)

pH level

7.8-8.4

Hardness

1.020-1.025 SG

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