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Sand Diver Aquarium Care Guide

Synodus intermedius

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Keeping Sand Diver in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: advanced
  • Temperament: aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 120 gallons
  • Compatibility: Not suitable for reef tanks or with small fish/invertebrates. Best kept in a species-specific tank or with large, robust tankmates that cannot be swallowed.
  • Special requirements: Requires a deep sand bed (at least 4-6 inches) for burrowing and camouflage. Excellent filtration is necessary due to its carnivorous diet. Provide plenty of open swimming space and some rockwork for shelter.

Water parameters

Temperature
72-78°F (22-26°C)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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