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Eared Blackfish Aquarium Care Guide

Melanonus zugmayeri

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Keeping Eared Blackfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: Not applicable for aquarium keeping
  • Compatibility: Not applicable for aquarium keeping
  • Special requirements: Requires specialized deep-sea research facilities; not suitable for home aquaria due to extreme pressure, temperature, and light requirements.

Water parameters

Temperature
2-6°C
pH level
7.8-8.2
Hardness
Not applicable for aquarium keeping

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