Sand Flathead Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Sand Flathead 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 community tanks; best kept in a species-specific tank or with very large, robust, non-aggressive fish that cannot be swallowed.
• Special requirements: Requires a large tank with a soft sand substrate for burrowing, ample hiding spots, and excellent filtration. Live or fresh dead fish and crustaceans are essential for feeding. Not commonly kept in home aquaria due to size and specialized needs.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-26°C (72-79°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

1.020-1.025 SG

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