Platinum Alligator Gar
Atractosteus spatula
Platinum Alligator Gar is a middle-to-top swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 300 cm (≤ 118.1 in)
- Care level
- Intermediate – Advanced
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Middle to top swimmer
- Temperature
- 15–31 °C
- pH
- 6–8
- GH
- 3–5 dGH
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 20 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate – Advanced.
Lifespan: up to 20 years.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 15–31 °C, pH 6–8, GH 3–5 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Platinum Alligator Gar is aggressive and needs carefully selected companions.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the middle to upper part of the aquarium, so leave enough open swimming space for movement and feeding.
Feeding
Use foods that suit a meatier diet and avoid combining it with fish small enough to be treated as food.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: United States.
Before adding this fish
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet that matches this species.
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FAQ
How large does Platinum Alligator Gar get?
Platinum Alligator Gar reaches ≤ 300 cm (≤ 118.1 in). It needs specialist housing, long-term space, strong filtration, and carefully chosen companions.
Is Platinum Alligator Gar peaceful?
Platinum Alligator Gar should be planned cautiously with compatible fish only, because aggressive behavior can limit companion options.
What temperature is suitable for Platinum Alligator Gar?
Keep it between 15 to 31 °C.