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Longfin trevally Aquarium Care Guide

Carangoides armatus

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Keeping Longfin trevally in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: advanced
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 500 gallons (1890 liters)
  • Compatibility: Best kept in very large aquariums with other large, robust fish. Not suitable for reef tanks due to predatory nature.
  • Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with ample swimming space. Excellent filtration is essential due to high bioload. Provide live or frozen meaty foods. Can be prone to stress in smaller enclosures.

Water parameters

Temperature
24-28°C (75-82°F)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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