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Brown Stingaree Aquarium Care Guide

Trygonoptera mucosa

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Keeping Brown Stingaree in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: expert
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: carnivore
  • Minimum tank size: Not suitable for home aquaria due to size, specialized needs, and venomous nature. Public aquariums may house them in very large, specialized exhibits.
  • Compatibility: Not compatible with most aquarium species due to specialized needs and potential for accidental stinging. Best kept in species-specific exhibits if at all.
  • Special requirements: Requires very large, specialized cold-water marine systems with soft substrate, excellent filtration, and careful handling protocols due to its venomous spine. Not recommended for private aquarists.

Water parameters

Temperature
12-20°C (54-68°F)
pH level
7.8-8.4
Hardness
High (marine)

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