Tank setup
A minimum 600L aquarium suits Doublebar Rabbitfish. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Temperature
24° - 27 °C
Max size
30 cm
Min tank
600 L
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A hardy algae grazer that helps control nuisance growth in large systems. Handle with care — the dorsal spines are venomous — and expect a substantial adult.
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Everything you need to keep Doublebar Rabbitfish healthy in a South African setup.
A minimum 600L aquarium suits Doublebar Rabbitfish. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 8.1–8.4 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Doublebar Rabbitfish is herbivore — algae, nori, prepared foods. Feed a varied diet appropriate for saltwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Doublebar Rabbitfish is generally peaceful; venomous spines. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful; venomous spines tankmates in saltwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Doublebar Rabbitfish vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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