Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons for a small group.

Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 70-78°F (21-26°C).
• pH Level: Slightly acidic to neutral, around 6.0-7.0.
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water.

Tank Setup:

• Provide hiding spots with caves and crevices.
• Use a sandy substrate to mimic their natural environment.
• Maintain a well-filtered aquarium with gentle water flow.

Diet:

• Carnivorous diet, offer high-quality sinking pellets, live or frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and small invertebrates.

Tank Mates:

• Peaceful community fish; suitable tank mates include other small, non-aggressive species.

Maintenance:

• Perform regular water changes (20-30% every 2 weeks).
• Monitor water parameters consistently.

Behavior:

• Nocturnal, provide low lighting during the day.
• Prefers to be kept in small groups.

Compatibility:

• Can be kept with other peaceful fish of similar size.
• Avoid aggressive tank mates.

Breeding:

• Hara jerdoni may not breed readily in captivity.
• Provide appropriate conditions like hiding spots and soft substrate if breeding is desired.

Health Monitoring:

• Watch for signs of stress or disease.
• Quarantine new additions to prevent potential diseases.