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Platinum Barramundi - (Lates Calcarifer)

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Platinum Barramundi - (Lates Calcarifer)
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🐟 Platinum Barramundi – (Lates calcarifer) – Rare Color Morph of a Powerful Predator for Sale

The Platinum Barramundi (Lates calcarifer) is a stunning, rare color morph of the famous Barramundi, a large and powerful predatory fish native to Australia, Southeast Asia, and Papua New Guinea. Known for their impressive size, strength, and sleek, streamlined body, this morph displays a brilliant silver-white to platinum sheen that makes it a true standout in large aquariums or ponds.

Barramundi are intelligent and hardy, with a reputation for their aggressive feeding strikes. The platinum variety adds rarity and visual appeal to an already prestigious sport and display fish.


🔎 Quick Facts – Platinum Barramundi (Lates calcarifer)

  • 📛 Common Name: Platinum Barramundi
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Lates calcarifer
  • 🌍 Origin: Australia, Southeast Asia, Papua New Guinea (platinum morph selectively bred or rare wild mutation)
  • 🎨 Appearance: Solid platinum-white body with a smooth, streamlined profile
  • 📏 Max Size: 4–6 feet (1.2–1.8 m) in the wild; smaller in captivity but still large
  • 💎 Availability: Very rare; usually captive-bred

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚠️ Aggressive predator – will consume fish and crustaceans it can fit in its mouth
  • 🐟 Best kept singly or with similarly large, fast, and robust species
  • 🌊 Active swimmer requiring open space
  • 🧠 Intelligent and can recognize feeding times

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 1,000+ gallons (indoor pond or massive aquarium)
  • 🌿 Smooth-bottom or fine sand substrate
  • 🪵 Open swimming space with minimal obstructions
  • 💡 Bright lighting enhances platinum sheen
  • 🌊 Strong filtration and high oxygenation

💧 Water Parameters – Platinum Barramundi Care

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–86°F (24–30°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 7.0–8.0
  • 💧 Hardness: Moderate to hard water

🍽️ Diet – Carnivorous Predator

  • 🐟 Whole fish (fresh or frozen, quarantined for safety)
  • 🦐 Prawns, shrimp, squid
  • 🪱 Worms and other meaty foods
  • ⚠️ Avoid fatty feeder fish to maintain long-term health

📋 Platinum Barramundi Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Australia, Southeast Asia, Papua New Guinea
📏 Max Size 4–6 feet (1.2–1.8 m)
😇 Temperament Predatory
🏠 Tank Size 1,000+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 7.0–8.0
🌡️ Temperature 75–86°F (24–30°C)
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous – fish, shrimp, squid
🎯 Ideal For Public aquariums, advanced large fish keepers

✨ Highlight:

  • The Platinum Barramundi is a rare and powerful predator combining the sleek strength of the standard Barramundi with the stunning elegance of a platinum-white morph—perfect for large, high-end displays.
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