Fiery Redfin Aquarium Care Guide
Pseudobarbus phlegethon
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: expert
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 75 gallons (280 liters)
- Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other small, peaceful, cool-water native South African fish. Avoid aggressive or large tank mates.
- Special requirements: Requires highly oxygenated, clean, flowing water with a substrate of sand and gravel, and plenty of hiding places among rocks and driftwood. Mimicking a stream environment is crucial. Sensitive to water quality fluctuations.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 18-22°C (64-72°F)
- pH level
- 6.5-7.5
- Hardness
- 5-15 dGH
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