Silver Sweep Aquarium Care Guide
Scorpis lineolatus
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 200 gallons
- Compatibility: Generally compatible with other peaceful to semi-aggressive marine fish of similar size. Avoid very aggressive or predatory species.
- Special requirements: Requires a large tank with ample swimming space and strong water flow. Benefits from rocky structures for shelter and grazing. Should be kept in schools of 5 or more individuals to reduce stress and encourage natural behavior. A varied diet including marine flakes, pellets, frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and vegetable matter is essential.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 18-24°C (64-75°F)
- pH level
- 8.1-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
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