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Black Pomfret Aquarium Care Guide

Parastromateus niger

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Keeping Black Pomfret in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

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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