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Coral Grouper Aquarium Care Guide

Plectropomus pessuliferus

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Keeping Coral Grouper in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: advanced
  • Temperament: aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 300 gallons
  • Compatibility: Not suitable for reef tanks or with smaller fish. Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, aggressive fish.
  • Special requirements: Requires a large tank with ample swimming space and plenty of rockwork for hiding. Excellent filtration is essential due to their large size and messy eating habits. Live food or large meaty frozen foods are preferred.

Water parameters

Temperature
72-78°F (22-26°C)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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