Pangas Aquarium Care Guide
Pangasius hypophthalmus
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: advanced
- Temperament: semi-aggressive
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 1000_gallons
- Compatibility: Best kept in very large aquariums with other large, robust fish that can tolerate its active and sometimes boisterous nature. Not suitable for community tanks with smaller or timid species.
- Special requirements: Requires an exceptionally large aquarium or pond due to its potential size. Excellent filtration is crucial due to its high bioload. Provide open swimming spaces and some hiding spots. Can be prone to stress if kept in inadequate conditions, leading to erratic swimming and injury.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 22-26°C (72-79°F)
- pH level
- 6.5-7.5
- Hardness
- 2-15 dGH
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