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About Horn Shark EXPERT ONLY
The horn shark is a species of bullhead shark, in the family Heterodontidae. A small species typically measuring 1 m (3.3 ft) in length, the horn shark can be recognized by a short, blunt head with ridges over its eyes, two high dorsal fins with large spines, and a brown or gray coloration with many small dark spots.
Key facts
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Diet
- omnivore
- Feeding Schedule
- Feed 2-3 times daily
- Care Requirements
- • 30 gallon minimum tank - slow, bottom-dwelling shark • Temp: 60-72°F; pH: 8.1-8.3; SG: 1.020-1.025 • Sand bed substrate, hiding places (caves, rocks), gentle water flow • Hardy, carnivorous - feeds on small fish, invertebrates, crustaceans • Nocturnal; incompatible with most fish; long-lived (15+ years)
- Appearance
- The horn shark is a species of bullhead shark, in the family Heterodontidae. A small species typically measuring 1 m (3.3 ft) in length, the horn shark can be recognized by a short, blunt head with ridges over its eyes, two high dorsal fins with large spines, and a brown or gray coloration with many small dark spots.
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 75-80°F (24-27°C) pH: 8.0-8.4 Salinity: 1.021-1.025
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
- Max Size
- 48
- Family
- Heterodontidae
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Origin
- It is endemic to the coastal waters off the western coast of North America, from California to the Gulf of California.
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