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Lined seahorse — AI illustration, not an ID reference

Lined seahorse

Hippocampus erectus

FishSaltwater

Care level: Demanding
Temperament: Peaceful
Reef safe: Yes
Minimum tank: 150 L
Maximum size: 15 cm
Temperature: 22–25 °C
pH: 8–8.4
Group size: ≥ 2
Diet: Carnivore

Good to know

Hard to wean onto dry food
Needs a mature, stable tank

Best not combined with

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Values are mainstream hobbyist guidance, not gospel — always watch what your own animals need.

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