Black Pomfret Aquarium Care Guide
Parastromateus niger
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: expert
- Temperament: semi-aggressive
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
- Compatibility: Not suitable for typical home aquariums due to its large size and schooling nature. Best kept in very large public aquariums with other large, robust marine species.
- Special requirements: Requires extremely large tanks with strong filtration and ample swimming space. Prone to stress in confined environments. Diet should consist of high-quality marine-based foods.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 24-28°C (75-82°F)
- pH level
- 8.1-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
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