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Marbled electric ray Aquarium Care Guide

Torpedo marmorata

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Keeping Marbled electric ray in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 1000 gallons
  • Compatibility: Not suitable for community aquariums due to its electric discharge and predatory nature. Best kept in species-specific tanks or very large, specialized exhibits with robust, non-target species.
  • Special requirements: Requires a very large, soft-bottomed aquarium with ample hiding spaces. Excellent filtration and stable water parameters are crucial. Handling requires extreme caution due to electric shock capability. Not recommended for home aquarists.

Water parameters

Temperature
15-22°C (59-72°F)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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