Needlefish Aquarium Care Guide
Strongylura strongylura
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: advanced
- Temperament: aggressive
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: 250 gallons
- Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with very large, robust, and fast-moving fish that cannot be swallowed. Avoid small or slow-moving tank mates.
- Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with ample swimming space and a tight-fitting lid due to its jumping ability. A diet of live or frozen whole fish (e.g., silversides, krill) is essential. Good filtration and stable water parameters are crucial. Can be sensitive to poor water quality.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 24-28°C (75-82°F)
- pH level
- 7.0-8.0
- Hardness
- 10-20 dGH
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