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Whitemouth Croaker Aquarium Care Guide

Micropogonias furnieri

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Keeping Whitemouth Croaker in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
  • Compatibility: Generally compatible with other large, peaceful marine fish. Avoid very aggressive or very small tank mates.
  • Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with excellent filtration and stable marine conditions. Substrate should be soft sand to allow for natural foraging behavior. Not typically kept in home aquaria due to size and specific needs.

Water parameters

Temperature
20-26°C (68-79°F)
pH level
7.8-8.4
Hardness
10-20 dKH

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