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Serranus tortugarum

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Chalk Bass
Chalk Bass
Species Serranus tortugarum
Difficulty Moderate
Min. Tank Size 113.562 liters
113,562.353 mL

30 US Gallons (113.6L)

Size 7.62 cm

2.5-3 " (6.4-7.6cm)

sg 1.020 - 1.025
pH 8.1 - 8.4
Temp. 295.372 K
22.222 °C
531.67 °R

298.706 K
25.556 °C
537.67 °R
72 -78 °F (22.2-25.6°C)

Water Hardness

8-12 °d

Stocking Ratio 1:1 M:F
Availability Uncommon
Diet

Carnivore
Pellet Foods
Live Foods
Other (See article)

Life Span

8-12 years

Habitat

Western Atlantic Ocean

Contents

[edit] Alternative Names

Chalk Bass

[edit] Sexing

Unknown.

[edit] Tank compatibility

Unknown.

[edit] Diet

The Chalk Bass is known to be a picky eater. Pellets are too large for their small mouths. Therefore, they need either flake food or brine shrimp in order to survive.

[edit] Feeding regime

Unknown.

[edit] Environment Specifics

Unknown.

[edit] Behaviour

The Chalk Bass is an extremely relaxed fish. They are harmonious in nature and enjoy mass amounts of hiding places around the tank, yet will come out to explore during the day and night time.

[edit] Identification

Unknown.

[edit] Pictures

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