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Largescale mullet Aquarium Care Guide

Planiliza macrolepis

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Keeping Largescale mullet in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: intermediate
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: omnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 200 gallons
  • Compatibility: Generally compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized brackish or marine species. Avoid highly aggressive or very small tank mates.
  • Special requirements: Requires a large tank with ample swimming space and good filtration. Can adapt to a range of salinities from freshwater to full marine, but brackish conditions are often preferred. A sand or fine gravel substrate is beneficial for their natural foraging behavior.

Water parameters

Temperature
22-28°C (72-82°F)
pH level
7.5-8.5
Hardness
10-25 dGH

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