Whiting Aquarium Care Guide
Merlangius merlangus
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: expert
- Temperament: aggressive
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: Not suitable for home aquaria due to size and specific environmental needs.
- Compatibility: Not compatible with most other fish species in an aquarium setting due to predatory nature and size. Requires a very large, specialized public aquarium setup.
- Special requirements: Requires a very large, cold-water marine aquarium with strong filtration and specific dietary needs. Not recommended for private aquarists.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 8-18°C (46-64°F)
- pH level
- 7.5-8.5
- Hardness
- Marine salinity (30-35 ppt)
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