Red Lionfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Red Lionfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 120 gallons (450 liters)
• Compatibility: Should only be kept with other large, aggressive, or venomous fish that cannot be swallowed. Not suitable for reef tanks as they will consume invertebrates and smaller fish.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-established aquarium with plenty of hiding places. Live or frozen meaty foods are essential. Extreme caution must be exercised during handling due to venomous spines.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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