Silver Porgy Aquarium Care Guide
Diplodus argenteus
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: advanced
- Temperament: semi-aggressive
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 180 gallons
- Compatibility: Can be kept with other robust, similarly sized marine fish. Avoid keeping with very small or timid species, or other porgies unless the tank is very large and offers ample hiding spots.
- Special requirements: Requires a well-established marine aquarium with excellent filtration and stable water parameters. A varied diet including meaty foods and vegetable matter is essential. Provide plenty of rockwork for hiding and grazing.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 72-78°F (22-26°C)
- pH level
- 8.1-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
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