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Spotted Seatrout Aquarium Care Guide

Cynoscion nebulosus

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Keeping Spotted Seatrout in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
  • Compatibility: Generally not suitable for home aquaria due to size and predatory nature. Can be kept with other large, robust, predatory fish in very large public aquariums.
  • Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with excellent filtration, strong water movement, and plenty of open swimming space. Live food or large frozen meaty foods are essential. Not recommended for typical hobbyists.

Water parameters

Temperature
20-28°C (68-82°F)
pH level
7.8-8.4
Hardness
1.020-1.025 SG

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