Pacific Spadefish Aquarium Care Guide
Platax boersii
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: intermediate
- Temperament: peaceful
- Diet: omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 300 gallons
- Compatibility: Generally peaceful with other large, non-aggressive fish. Can be kept in groups if the tank is sufficiently large.
- Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with ample swimming space. Juveniles adapt well to aquarium life, but adults can become very large. A varied diet including high-quality flakes, pellets, frozen foods (brine shrimp, mysis shrimp), and vegetable matter is essential. Good water quality and strong filtration are crucial.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 72-78°F (22-26°C)
- pH level
- 8.1-8.4
- Hardness
- 8-12 dKH
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