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Spotted Gar Profile

Lepisosteus oculatus

ℹ️ Overview

The Spotted Gar is a freshwater fish known for its distinctive appearance, featuring a body covered in spots, ranging from olive to brown in color. Native to North America, particularly regions east of the Mississippi River, the Spotted Gar has a long, slender body and a narrow, alligator-like snout filled with sharp teeth. Though striking, it is not as commonly kept in the aquarium hobby due to its large size and specific care requirements.

📊 Datasheet

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  • DifficultyDifficult
  • HardinessModerate
  • pH6.0 - 8.0
  • PopularityUncommon
  • RarityUncommon
  • Temperature22.0 - 30.0 °C

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

Neptune’s rating:

Based on 15 data points

43

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