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Spotted Javelin Aquarium Care Guide

Pomadasys maculatus

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Keeping Spotted Javelin in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: advanced
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 250 gallons
  • Compatibility: Can be kept with other large, robust, semi-aggressive fish. Not suitable for reef tanks due to predatory nature and size. Avoid keeping with smaller fish or invertebrates.
  • Special requirements: Requires a large tank with plenty of swimming space and hiding spots. Excellent filtration is essential due to their messy feeding habits. May become aggressive towards conspecifics or similar-looking species in smaller tanks. Can tolerate brackish conditions, but typically kept in full marine setups in aquaria.

Water parameters

Temperature
22-28°C (72-82°F)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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