Fish and Invertebrates Star Ratings

Rating

Care Level

 Description

Easy

Adapts well to tank life and will eat just about any type of tank fed foods given it. Good for a BEGINNER.

Moderately
Easy

Adapts well to tank life, but may have some specialized food or care requirements. Good for an INTERMEDIATE aquarist.

Difficult

Can be sensitive to changes in water conditions, usually does not fair well in captivity, and/or is hard to feed because of specialized diet requirements. Should only be kept by a WELL EXPERIENCED aquarist.

Extremely
Difficult

Should NOT be kept in captivity! If it is, it should ONLY be kept by an ADVANCED aquarist.