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Spotted Bass Aquarium Care Guide

Micropterus punctulatus

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Keeping Spotted Bass in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: advanced
  • Temperament: aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 200 gallons (for a single adult)
  • Compatibility: Not suitable for community tanks. Best kept alone or with very large, equally aggressive fish in a very large system.
  • Special requirements: Requires a large tank with plenty of hiding spots (rocks, driftwood, artificial plants) and strong filtration. Live or frozen foods are essential. Not commonly kept in home aquaria due to size and predatory nature.

Water parameters

Temperature
60-75°F (15-24°C)
pH level
6.5-7.5
Hardness
5-15 dGH

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