Humpnose bigeye bream Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Humpnose bigeye bream in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept in a large, species-specific tank or with other robust, similarly sized fish. Avoid keeping with smaller, docile species.
• Special requirements: Requires a large tank with plenty of open swimming space and rockwork for shelter. Excellent filtration is essential due to its carnivorous diet. May be sensitive to poor water quality.

Water parameters

Temperature

23-28°C (73-82°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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