Marbled electric ray Aquarium Care Guide
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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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