Striped barracuda Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Striped barracuda in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: expert
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 500 gallons (1890 liters)
• Compatibility: Not suitable for community tanks. Best kept alone or in very large, species-specific displays with other large, fast-moving predatory fish that cannot be eaten.
• Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with ample swimming space. Excellent filtration is essential due to their predatory diet. Live or fresh dead fish should be offered. Can be prone to stress in smaller enclosures.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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