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Abramis brama

Common Bream, European Bream, Carp Bream
Temperature
12–22°C
pH
6.5–8
dGH
10–20 ppm
Size
80 cm
Tank
600 L
Abramis brama is a benthopelagic species, often found schooling in large numbers. In nature, they can grow up to 80 cm, but in aquaria settings, they might not achieve their max size. Proper care involves maintaining large tanks due to their size and ensuring good filtration to manage waste, as they're heavy feeders.

Water parameters

Hardness
10–20 ppm
Temperature
12–22°C
pH
6.5–8

Tank & size

Fish size
80 cm
Tank length
200 cm
Tank volume
600 L

Distribution

Abramis brama is native to a vast region encompassing much of Europe and parts of Western Asia. It typically dwells in slow-moving rivers, large freshwater lakes, and even some brackish environments.