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| Physical |
| Size: | 2.96 cm (1.17 in.) Stocking Density Calculator |
| Compatability: | Community
Reef Safe
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| Minimum Tank Size: | 2 Gallons (7.57) Liters |
| Ease of Keeping: | 1 - 2 |
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| Water Conditions |
| Type: | Saltwater |
| Temperature: | 67.55° F (19.75° C) |
| pH: | 8.23 |
| General Hardness (GH): | 8 |
| Salinity: | 1.024 |
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| Living |
| Food Preference: | Herbivorous.
Phytoplankton, cyanobacteria (blue-green algae), brown and green diatoms, and hair/filamentous algae.
Dried seaweed should be supplemented if enough algae can not be maintained in the aquarium. |
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| Swimming Level: | Bottom |
| Schooling: | No |
| Setup: | Tank should contain live rock and sand as well as several hiding spots.
Avoid using any medications or supplements containing copper.
Keep nitrates very low if not at 0. |
| Distribution: | Indo-Pacific Reefs.
Eastern Pacific and Caribbean.
Includes Alaska and Baja California. |
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| Breeding |
| Ease of Breeding: | 4 - 5 |
| Spawning Type: | Egg Scatterer |
| Request more detailed breeding information. |
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