Gopher Rockfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Gopher Rockfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 180 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, and non-aggressive temperate marine fish. Avoid keeping with smaller fish or invertebrates that could be prey.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-established, large aquarium with ample live rock for hiding and perching. Excellent filtration and strong water movement are essential. Mimic natural rocky reef environment. Not commonly available in the aquarium trade due to specific temperature and size requirements.

Water parameters

Temperature

50-60°F (10-16°C)

pH level

7.8-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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