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European Hake Aquarium Care Guide

Merluccius merluccius

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Keeping European Hake in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: Not suitable for home aquaria due to size and specific habitat requirements.
  • Compatibility: Not compatible with other fish in an aquarium setting due to its predatory nature and large size.
  • Special requirements: Requires very large, specialized public aquarium facilities with deep, cold-water environments and a constant supply of live prey. Not suitable for private aquarists.

Water parameters

Temperature
10-18°C (50-64°F)
pH level
7.8-8.4
Hardness
Not applicable (marine species)

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