Flatfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Flatfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 100 gallons (for smaller species, larger for others)
• Compatibility: Generally compatible with other large, non-aggressive marine fish that won't be seen as prey. Avoid small, bottom-dwelling fish.
• Special requirements: Requires a soft, sandy substrate for burrowing and camouflage. Excellent filtration and stable water parameters are crucial. Live or frozen meaty foods are essential.

Water parameters

Temperature

50-70°F (10-21°C) depending on species

pH level

7.8-8.4

Hardness

1.020-1.025 SG

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