Saithe Aquarium Care Guide
Pollachius virens
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: expert
- Temperament: aggressive
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: Not suitable for home aquaria due to size and specific environmental needs.
- Compatibility: Not compatible with most aquarium species due to predatory nature and size. Requires a very large, specialized public aquarium setup.
- Special requirements: Requires extremely large, cold-water marine systems with strong filtration and significant water movement. Not suitable for private aquarists.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 4-10°C (39-50°F)
- pH level
- 7.8-8.4
- Hardness
- High (marine salinity)
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