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Spangled Perch Aquarium Care Guide

Leiopotherapon unicolor

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Keeping Spangled Perch in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: omnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 200 gallons (750 liters) for a single adult, larger for groups
  • Compatibility: Best kept with similarly sized, robust, and semi-aggressive fish. Avoid very small or delicate species. Can be territorial, especially during breeding.
  • Special requirements: Requires excellent filtration and highly oxygenated water. A varied diet is crucial. Provide plenty of hiding spots and open swimming areas. Can tolerate a wide range of water conditions, but stability is preferred in an aquarium setting. Known to jump, so a secure lid is essential.

Water parameters

Temperature
20-30°C (68-86°F)
pH level
6.5-8.0
Hardness
5-20 dGH

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