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Japanese Threadfin Bream Aquarium Care Guide

Nemipterus japonicus

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Keeping Japanese Threadfin Bream in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 200 gallons
  • Compatibility: Generally compatible with other robust, similarly sized marine fish. Avoid keeping with very small or overly aggressive species. May prey on smaller invertebrates.
  • Special requirements: Requires a large tank with ample swimming space and a sand or fine gravel substrate for foraging. Good filtration and stable water parameters are crucial. Not commonly kept in home aquariums due to size and specific needs.

Water parameters

Temperature
22-26°C (72-79°F)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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