Mandi-chorão Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Mandi-chorão in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 250 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, and similarly sized fish that can tolerate its predatory nature. Avoid small fish as they will be prey.
• Special requirements: Requires a large tank with ample hiding places such as driftwood, caves, and dense vegetation. Subdued lighting is preferred as they are nocturnal. A strong filtration system is essential due to their predatory diet and size. Live or frozen meaty foods are crucial for their diet.

Water parameters

Temperature

75-82°F (24-28°C)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

2-15 dGH

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