Common Whiptail Aquarium Care Guide
Macruronus novaezelandiae
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: expert
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: Not suitable for home aquaria due to size and deepwater habitat requirements.
- Compatibility: Not applicable for aquaria.
- Special requirements: Requires deepwater, high-pressure, and cold-water conditions, making it unsuitable for typical aquarium environments.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 4-10°C (39-50°F)
- pH level
- 7.8-8.2
- Hardness
- High (marine)
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