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Smallspotted dart Aquarium Care Guide

Trachinotus botla

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Keeping Smallspotted dart in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: advanced
  • Temperament: semi-aggressive
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 500 gallons
  • Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, fast-swimming, semi-aggressive fish. Not suitable for reef tanks due to predatory nature.
  • Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with ample swimming space. Excellent water quality and strong filtration are essential. Can be skittish and prone to injury if startled. Live or frozen meaty foods are preferred.

Water parameters

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

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