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Ocellated Waspfish Aquarium Care Guide

Richardsonichthys ocellatus

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Keeping Ocellated Waspfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 30 gallons (114 liters)
  • Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with very robust, non-aggressive fish that are too large to be considered prey. Avoid keeping with small fish or invertebrates.
  • Special requirements: Requires a well-established marine aquarium with plenty of live rock and sand for camouflage and ambush hunting. Excellent filtration and stable water parameters are crucial. Live food is often necessary to initiate feeding.

Water parameters

Temperature
72-78°F (22-26°C)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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