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Zebra lionfish — AI illustration, not an ID reference

Zebra lionfish

Dendrochirus zebra

FishSaltwater

Care level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Reef safe: No
Minimum tank: 300 L
Maximum size: 18 cm
Temperature: 24–27 °C
pH: 8–8.4
Diet: Carnivore

Good to know

Venomous spines — handle with care
Preys on shrimp and snails
Active at night

Best not combined with

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

In the BlubHub app you link your inhabitants to this database and see the care info next to your own water parameters.