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Northern Sea Robin Aquarium Care Guide

Prionotus carolinus

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Keeping Northern Sea Robin in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: advanced
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 180 gallons
  • Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with very large, robust, non-aggressive fish that occupy different water columns. Will prey on smaller fish and invertebrates.
  • Special requirements: Requires a large tank with a soft sand substrate for burrowing and foraging. Excellent filtration and strong water movement are essential. Live food (shrimp, small fish) is preferred, and they can be challenging to acclimate to prepared foods.

Water parameters

Temperature
50-70°F (10-21°C)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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