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Reeves' Shad Aquarium Care Guide

Tenualosa reevesii

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Keeping Reeves' Shad in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: filter_feeder
  • Minimum tank size: Not suitable for home aquaria due to its large size, migratory nature, and specific environmental requirements.
  • Compatibility: Not applicable for typical aquarium settings. In its natural environment, it is a schooling fish.
  • Special requirements: Requires vast migratory routes between marine and freshwater environments, making it unsuitable for captivity. Specific water quality parameters and large schooling space are essential for its survival.

Water parameters

Temperature
20-28°C (68-82°F)
pH level
7.0-8.0
Hardness
10-20 dGH

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