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Norway Haddock Aquarium Care Guide

Sebastes viviparus

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Keeping Norway Haddock in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
  • Compatibility: Not suitable for typical home aquaria due to its specific environmental needs, size, and temperament. Best kept in specialized public aquariums with appropriate cold-water setups and large tank volumes. Can be aggressive towards smaller fish.
  • Special requirements: Requires very large, cold-water marine aquariums with excellent filtration and strong water movement. Dim lighting and plenty of rockwork for hiding are essential. Not a common aquarium species due to its specialized needs.

Water parameters

Temperature
4-10°C (39-50°F)
pH level
7.8-8.4
Hardness
10-12 dKH

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