🐟 SPOTTED MARBLE AMAZON GAR

Ctenolucius hujeta

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📍 BASIC INFO

Origin: South America – Amazon & Orinoco Basins

Adult Size: 12″ – 16″+

Temperament: Semi-Aggressive / Predatory

Care Level: ⭐ Intermediate – Advanced

Tank Level: Top

🍽 DIET

Carnivore

Accepts: Live or frozen fish, shrimp, silversides, carnivore sticks

✔ COMPATIBILITY

Best kept with medium to large fish that won’t fit in its mouth.

Not suitable for small fish or shrimp.

Can be kept singly or in groups with ample space.

💧 WATER PARAMETERS

pH: 6.0 – 7.5

Temperature: 75–82°F

Ammonia: 0 ppm

Nitrite: 0 ppm

Nitrate: <40 ppm

⭐ HIGHLIGHT

Sleek, torpedo-shaped body with striking spotted “marble” pattern

Resembles a miniature gar with powerful predatory presence 🐊

📝 CARE NOTES

A fast-swimming surface predator that requires a long tank with plenty of open space.

Prefers dim lighting and calm tankmates.

Secure lid is essential—excellent jumper.

Best suited for experienced aquarists familiar with predatory species.

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