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Ctenolucius hujeta

Hujeta Gar, Silver Gar, Freshwater Barracuda
Temperature
22–28°C
pH
7.5–7.5
dGH
1–15 ppm
Size
25 cm
Tank
200 L
Ctenolucius hujeta are elongated, pike-like fish known for their impressive speed and predatory nature. While they are primarily piscivorous, in captivity, their diet can include pellets and frozen foods. They are intriguing community members when housed with similarly large, non-aggressive species.

Water parameters

Hardness
1–15 ppm
Temperature
22–28°C
pH
7.5–7.5

Tank & size

Fish size
25 cm
Tank length
120 cm
Tank volume
200 L

Distribution

Colombia,Venezuela.

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