Pacific Electric Ray Aquarium Care Guide
Tetronarce californica
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Aquarium Information
- Care level: expert
- Temperament: aggressive
- Diet: carnivore
- Minimum tank size: Not suitable for home aquaria due to size, specialized needs, and electric discharge.
- Compatibility: Not compatible with other species due to predatory nature and electric shock capability. Requires a species-specific, very large, and specialized exhibit.
- Special requirements: Requires extremely large, specialized cold-water marine systems with soft substrate, excellent filtration, and careful handling protocols due to electric discharge. Not recommended for private aquarists.
Water parameters
- Temperature
- 10-18°C (50-64°F)
- pH level
- 7.8-8.4
- Hardness
- High (marine salinity)
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