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Marbled rockfish Aquarium Care Guide

Sebastiscus marmoratus

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Keeping Marbled rockfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: advanced
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 120 gallons
  • Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, non-aggressive fish that cannot be consumed. Avoid small fish or invertebrates.
  • Special requirements: Requires ample rockwork for hiding and perching. Excellent filtration is essential due to their carnivorous diet. Provide a varied diet of meaty foods. Caution must be exercised due to venomous spines.

Water parameters

Temperature
18-24°C (64-75°F)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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