Black Sturgeon 4-5″

About this fish

Black Sturgeon 4-5" is a juvenile sturgeon-sized fish sold for pond or aquarium keeping, presented at about 4–5 inches. It’s listed as eating bloodworm, making it a practical choice for caretakers who want to feed meaty, protein-rich prey items suited to bottom-feeding fish. For best results, treat this as general sturgeon guidance (sturgeon species can differ, so use your local husbandry targets and observe feeding and water quality closely). ([seasideaquatics.com](https://www.seasideaquatics.com/home/4905-black-sturgeon-4-5.html))

Features:

• Suitable sized juvenile for new hobby setups (listed at 4–5 inches). ([seasideaquatics.com](https://www.seasideaquatics.com/home/4905-black-sturgeon-4-5.html))
• Bloodworm feeding is specifically noted for this fish. ([seasideaquatics.com](https://www.seasideaquatics.com/home/4905-black-sturgeon-4-5.html))
• Sturgeons are primarily benthic/bottom feeders in nature, so offer food that reaches the substrate. ([agmrc.org](https://www.agmrc.org/commodities-products/aquaculture/aquaculture-fin-fish-species/sturgeon?utm_source=openai))
• Maintain stable, well-oxygenated water; sturgeon health and growth depend strongly on water quality and oxygen availability. ([orchardfisheries.co.uk](https://www.orchardfisheries.co.uk/info/sturgeon-care-guide.pdf?utm_source=openai))
• Aim for a temperate water range and avoid excessive heat, since higher temperatures can reduce feeding and growth in many sturgeon settings. ([srac.tamu.edu](https://srac.tamu.edu/fact-sheets/serve/177?utm_source=openai))
• Feed and husbandry should account for sensitivity of younger fish to water quality deviations compared with adults. ([srac.tamu.edu](https://srac.tamu.edu/fact-sheets/serve/177?utm_source=openai))

Specifications:

• Shop listing size: 4–5 inches (approx.). ([seasideaquatics.com](https://www.seasideaquatics.com/home/4905-black-sturgeon-4-5.html))
• Diet (as listed): Bloodworm. ([seasideaquatics.com](https://www.seasideaquatics.com/home/4905-black-sturgeon-4-5.html))
• Feeding/temperature guidance (general sturgeon): Optimal growth is reported around 68–79°F (20–26°C), and water temperatures above ~82°F (28°C) can slow or stop feeding and growth (species can vary). ([srac.tamu.edu](https://srac.tamu.edu/fact-sheets/serve/177?utm_source=openai))
• Feeding/temperature guidance (spawning context, general sturgeon): Spawning temperature is reported around 50–68°F (10–20°C) (use as general guidance, not a requirement for captive keeping). ([srac.tamu.edu](https://srac.tamu.edu/fact-sheets/serve/177?utm_source=openai))