Tropical Gar (Atractosteus tropicus)

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Tropical Gar

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Tropical Gar

Atractosteus tropicus

Difficulty

Challenging

Min. Tank Size

1325 Litres (350 US G.)

Size

110-125 cm (43.3-49.2")

sg

Freshwater

pH

6.5 - 7.5

Temp.

23 -25 °C (73.4-77°F)

Water Hardness

6-16 °d

Stocking Ratio

2:3 M:F

Availability

Rare

Diet

Carnivore
Live Foods
Other (See article)

Life Span

12-25 years

Habitat

Central America

Family

Lepisosteidae




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Additional names

Tropical Gar

Additional scientific names

Lepisosteus tristoechus tropicus, Lepisosteus tropicus
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