Scorpaenid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Scorpaenid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons (for smaller species, larger for others)
• Compatibility: Generally not compatible with smaller fish or invertebrates due to their predatory nature. Best kept in species-specific tanks or with other large, robust, and non-aggressive fish that cannot be swallowed.
• Special requirements: Requires excellent filtration and stable water parameters. Plenty of live rock for hiding and perching is essential. Feeding live or frozen meaty foods (e.g., silversides, shrimp, squid) is necessary. Due to their venomous spines, extreme caution must be exercised during handling and tank maintenance.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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