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Banded Grunter Aquarium Care Guide

Amniataba percoides

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Keeping Banded Grunter in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: omnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 150 liters (40 gallons)
  • Compatibility: Can be kept with similarly sized, robust fish. Avoid very small or overly aggressive tank mates. May be territorial, especially during breeding.
  • Special requirements: Requires a well-filtered aquarium with plenty of hiding spots (rocks, driftwood, plants). A sandy or fine gravel substrate is preferred. Good water quality is essential. Can be sensitive to sudden changes in water parameters.

Water parameters

Temperature
22-28°C (72-82°F)
pH level
6.5-7.8
Hardness
5-15 dGH

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