Trumpetfish Aquarium Care Guide
Aulostomus maculatus
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: advanced
- Temperament: semi-aggressive
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 180 gallons
- Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with very large, non-aggressive fish that cannot be swallowed. Avoid small fish and invertebrates.
- Special requirements: Requires a large tank with ample hiding places and live rock structures for camouflage. Needs a varied diet of live or frozen meaty foods. Can be sensitive to poor water quality.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 72-78°F (22-26°C)
- pH level
- 8.1-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
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