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White Grunt Aquarium Care Guide

Haemulon plumieri

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Keeping White Grunt in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 180 gallons (680 liters)
  • Compatibility: Can be kept with other similarly sized, semi-aggressive to aggressive fish. Avoid keeping with very small or docile species. Best kept in groups of 3 or more if tank size permits to diffuse aggression.
  • Special requirements: Requires a well-established tank with plenty of live rock for hiding and grazing. Good water quality and strong filtration are essential. Provide a varied diet of meaty foods. Can be sensitive to sudden changes in water parameters.

Water parameters

Temperature
72-78°F (22-26°C)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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