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Snubnose Dart Aquarium Care Guide

Trachinotus Blochii

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Keeping Snubnose Dart in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: advanced
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 500 gallons (for adults)
  • Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, fast-swimming fish. Avoid small, timid, or slow-moving tank mates.
  • Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with ample swimming space and strong filtration. A sand substrate is preferred as they often sift for food. Excellent water quality is paramount. Can be prone to stress in inadequate environments.

Water parameters

Temperature
24-28°C (75-82°F)
pH level
8.1-8.4
Hardness
8-12 dKH

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