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Redcoat Squirrelfish Aquarium Care Guide

Sargocentron rubrum

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Keeping Redcoat Squirrelfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 75 gallons
  • Compatibility: Can be kept with other semi-aggressive to aggressive fish of similar size. Avoid keeping with very small, docile fish or other squirrelfish unless the tank is very large and offers ample hiding spots.
  • Special requirements: Requires ample rockwork with caves and overhangs for hiding during the day. A well-established tank with stable water parameters is crucial. Feed a varied diet of meaty foods.

Water parameters

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

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