Parapercis Schauinslandi

The Parapercis Schauinslandi, also known as the Schauinsland's sand bass, is a unique and colorful addition to your marine aquarium. This fish species originates from the tropical waters of the...

The Parapercis schauinslandi, also known as the Schauinsland's sand bass, is a unique and colorful addition to your marine aquarium. This fish species is native to the tropical waters of the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific. With its striking color patterns and active behavior, the Parapercis schauinslandi adds a touch of life to any aquarium. Its relatively peaceful nature makes it suitable for both novice and experienced marine aquarium keepers. This sand bass thrives in an aquarium with a soft sandy substrate, where it enjoys digging and searching for food. Its interesting behavior and beautiful appearance make the Parapercis schauinslandi a real eye-catcher that completes any underwater landscape.

Features

• Scientific name: Parapercis Schauinslandi
• Origin: Indian Ocean and western Pacific Ocean
• Maximum length: approximately 12 cm
• Color: yellow with blue and brown accents
• Character: peaceful, suitable for community aquariums
• Ideal water temperature: 23–27°C
• Diet: Carnivore, eats small shrimp, crustaceans and frozen food

Care

• Suitable for aquariums from 150 liters with a sand bottom
• Provide hiding places with rocks and coral structures
• Feed a varied diet with frozen food such as mysis, artemia and pieces of fish
• Be careful with small bottom dwellers as they can be seen as prey
• Regular water checks ensure optimal health
• Do not keep together with aggressive predatory fish