Common Bream Aquarium Care Guide
Abramis brama
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: advanced
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: Not suitable for typical home aquariums due to size and schooling needs; requires very large, specialized ponds or public aquaria.
- Compatibility: Generally compatible with other large, peaceful coldwater fish. Avoid housing with aggressive species or very small fish that could be prey.
- Special requirements: Requires a very large, well-filtered environment with ample swimming space and a soft substrate for foraging. Schooling species, so multiple individuals are needed. Not typically kept in home aquariums due to their size and specific needs.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 10-24°C (50-75°F)
- pH level
- 6.5-8.0
- Hardness
- 5-20 dGH
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