White Grunt Aquarium Care Guide
Haemulon plumieri
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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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