Scientific Name: Hypoplectrus indigo
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Care Level: Easy
Size: Up to 6 inches
pH: 8.1 - 8.4
Temperature: 72°F - 80°F
Specific Gravity: 1.020 - 1.025
Carbonate Hardness: (dKH): 8 - 12°
Temperament: Peaceful
Aquarium Size: 55 gallon.
Tank Mates: The Indigo Hamlet gets along well with almost everything and makes a good choice for a fish only tank. The Indigo Hamlet is considered safe for a reef tank as it does not bother any corals present in the tank.
Reef Tank Compatible?: Yes (Monitor with Shrimp)
Diet / Foods: The Indigo Hamlet is a carnivorous fish and should be fed with meaty foods 2 to 3 times per day for its continued good health. The diet should include high quality pellets, frozen mysis shrimps, clams and squid, and other marine meaty items.