Brown Stingaree Aquarium Care Guide
Trygonoptera mucosa
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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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