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About Lesson's Sweetlips
Elongated body with iridescent blue and green scales, prominent dorsal and anal fins, and a striking black spot at the base of the tail.
Key facts
- Family
- Haemulidae
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 75-80°F (24-27°C) pH: 8.0-8.4 Salinity: 1.021-1.025
- Appearance
- Elongated body with iridescent blue and green scales, prominent dorsal and anal fins, and a striking black spot at the base of the tail.
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Lesson's Sweetlips requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
- Diet Details
- Krill, marine invertebrates, small fish, algae
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Feeding Schedule
- Feed 2-3 times daily
- Origin
- The Unclassified Fish is primarily found in the Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, Indian Ocean, and western Pacific Ocean. Specific countries include Indonesia, Philippines, Australia, and the coastal regions of Japan and the Seychelles. The depth range is typically between 30 to 120 meters.
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorder, Bacterial infections, Parasitic infestations
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 100 gallon tank • Water temperature: 72-78°F • pH: 8.1-8.4 • Specific needs: Hiding places, open swimming areas • Moderate water flow
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