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Red stumpnose Aquarium Care Guide

Pagellus natalensis

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Keeping Red stumpnose in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
  • Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with very large, robust tank mates. Can be territorial.
  • Special requirements: Requires a large tank with plenty of open swimming space and rocky structures for shelter. Excellent filtration is essential due to its carnivorous diet and size. Not typically kept in home aquaria due to size and specific needs.

Water parameters

Temperature
20-24°C (68-75°F)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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