Brown Sea Hare
Sea hares have a tendency to ink from time to time. The ink is a toxic defense mechanism that can kill its tank mates. If they ink, clean the tank immediately. The sea hare may also release a toxin when it dies. Immediately remove its corpse from your tank to keep other animals safe.
Scientific Name
Aplysia californica
Max Size
12 inches
Required Tank Size
75+ gallons
Diet
Dried algae or seaweed
Shipping Size
2 inches
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aplysia californica |
| Max Size | 12 inches |
| Required Tank Size | 75+ gallons |
| Diet | Dried algae or seaweed |
| Shipping Size | 2 inches |
FAQ
What should I do if my brown sea hare releases ink?
Clean the tank immediately after ink release to remove the toxic substance and prevent harm to other tank inhabitants.
Is the brown sea hare safe to keep with other fish?
No, it is not safe to keep with other fish due to its toxic ink. Remove the sea hare from the tank immediately if it inks or dies to prevent toxin exposure.
What type of food does the brown sea hare eat?
It eats dried algae or seaweed.
Benjamin Wallace –
The brown sea hare arrived healthy and stayed active in my 100-gallon tank. I cleaned the tank after it released ink once, and no other fish were affected. It’s a unique addition to a marine setup.
Julia Walker –
I noticed it released ink once after a few weeks. I followed the instructions and cleaned the tank right away. It’s a fascinating creature, though requires careful tank management.
Thomas Thomson –
The sea hare is active and looks beautiful. I had to be cautious about tank cleaning after ink release. It’s not ideal for mixed-species tanks.