Species Care
TARGET FISH
Therapon jarbua
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Max Growth Size: 32 cm
- Temperament: Aggressive predator.
- Check compatibility with other species here
DOWNLOAD THIS CARE SHEET
Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 22-27 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 7.0 - 8.2
- General Hardness: Soft-Moderate
Range: Northern and Eastern Australia
Reproduction: Will not breed in aquaria.
Feeding: Carnivore, prefers live or frozen foods. Will eat small fish.
Additional Comments: Also known as Crescent Perch, its concentric markings look like a bulls eye when the fish is viewed from above. Ensure lots of hiding places - very aggressive!
DOWNLOAD THIS CARE SHEET