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Silver Sweep Aquarium Care Guide

Scorpis lineolatus

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Keeping Silver Sweep in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

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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