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Gilt-head Bream Aquarium Care Guide

Sparus aurata

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Keeping Gilt-head Bream in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: advanced
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
  • Compatibility: Best kept in species-specific tanks or with other large, robust marine fish that can tolerate its semi-aggressive nature. Avoid keeping with smaller, timid species.
  • Special requirements: Requires a large tank with ample swimming space and strong filtration. A varied diet of high-quality marine pellets, frozen seafood, and live prey is essential. Good water quality and stable parameters are crucial for its health. Not typically recommended for 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
1.020-1.025 SG

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