Brown Rockfish Aquarium Care Guide
Sebastes auriculatus
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: advanced
- Temperament: semi-aggressive
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 250 gallons
- Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, cold-water marine fish that cannot be consumed. Avoid small fish or invertebrates.
- Special requirements: Requires a large, well-filtered cold-water aquarium with ample rockwork for hiding and territorial establishment. Excellent water quality and stable temperatures are crucial. Live or frozen meaty foods are essential for diet.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 50-60°F (10-16°C)
- pH level
- 7.8-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
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