Spotted flounder Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Spotted flounder in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: expert
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 200 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, peaceful, cold-water benthic species that will not outcompete it for food or space. Avoid aggressive or highly active fish.
• Special requirements: Requires a large tank with a soft sand or fine gravel substrate for burrowing. Excellent filtration and strong water movement are essential to mimic its natural marine environment. Maintaining cold water temperatures is critical and often requires specialized chilling equipment. Dim lighting is preferred.

Water parameters

Temperature

4-15°C (39-59°F)

pH level

7.8-8.4

Hardness

10-20 dKH

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