Māori Cod Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Māori Cod in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: expert
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 500 gallons (1890 liters)
• Compatibility: Generally not suitable for community aquariums due to its predatory nature. Can be kept with other large, robust, and similarly sized predatory fish, provided ample space and hiding spots are available. Avoid keeping with smaller fish or invertebrates.
• Special requirements: Requires a very large aquarium with excellent filtration and strong water movement. Plenty of rockwork and sandy substrate for burrowing are essential. Live food or high-quality frozen meaty foods are necessary for its diet. Not commonly kept in home aquaria due to its size and specific needs.

Water parameters

Temperature

18-24°C (64-75°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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