Speckled Sandperch Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Speckled Sandperch in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other similarly sized, non-aggressive fish. Avoid keeping with very small fish or invertebrates that could be seen as prey. Only one sandperch per tank unless it's a very large system with ample hiding spots.
• Special requirements: Requires a thick sand bed (at least 3-4 inches) for burrowing and resting. Plenty of rockwork for hiding and establishing territories. Good water quality and stable parameters are crucial. Provide a varied diet of meaty foods.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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