Highfin Grouper Aquarium Care Guide
Epinephelus maculatus
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: advanced
- Temperament: aggressive
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 250 gallons
- Compatibility: Best kept alone or with very large, robust tankmates that cannot be swallowed. Avoid small fish or invertebrates.
- Special requirements: Requires a large tank with ample rockwork for hiding and territory establishment. Excellent filtration is essential due to their large waste production. Provide a varied diet of meaty foods.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 72-78°F (22-26°C)
- pH level
- 8.1-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
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