Australian Pompano Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Australian Pompano in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: expert
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 500 gallons (1890 liters)
• Compatibility: Best kept in species-specific tanks or with other large, robust, fast-swimming fish that can tolerate similar water conditions and are not easily intimidated. Avoid small or slow-moving tank mates.
• Special requirements: Requires a very large aquarium with ample swimming space. Excellent water quality is paramount, necessitating robust filtration and regular water changes. A sand substrate is preferred as they may sift through it for food. They are sensitive to poor water conditions and stress. Not typically recommended for home aquaria due to their size and specific needs.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-26°C (72-79°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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