Hookfin mullet Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Hookfin mullet in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: expert
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: filter_feeder
• Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
• Compatibility: Generally peaceful with other non-aggressive, similarly sized fish. Avoid housing with highly aggressive or predatory species.
• Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with excellent filtration to handle its detritivorous feeding habits and waste production. A sand or fine gravel substrate is essential for foraging. Needs ample swimming space and good water quality. Not commonly kept in home aquaria due to size and specialized feeding.

Water parameters

Temperature

24-28°C (75-82°F)

pH level

7.8-8.4

Hardness

10-25 dKH

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