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Giant Pangasius Aquarium Care Guide

Pangasius sanitwongsei

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Keeping Giant Pangasius in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: Not suitable for home aquariums; requires public aquaria or very large, specialized facilities (thousands of gallons).
  • Compatibility: Only with other very large, robust fish that can withstand its predatory nature and size. Best kept alone or in species-specific exhibits in public aquariums.
  • Special requirements: Requires immense space, powerful filtration, and a diet of large meaty foods. Not recommended for private aquarists due to its ultimate size and predatory behavior. Prone to stress in inadequate environments.

Water parameters

Temperature
22-28°C (72-82°F)
pH level
6.5-7.5
Hardness
5-15 dGH

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