Pearl Perch Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Pearl Perch 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 specialized needs. If attempted, best kept in a species-specific tank or with very large, robust tank mates.
• Special requirements: Requires a very large, mature aquarium with excellent filtration and strong water movement. Live rock and ample hiding spaces are beneficial. Diet must consist of high-quality, varied marine proteins.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-26°C (72-79°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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