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Black Melanistic Florida Gar - (Lepisosteus Platyrhincus)

Black Melanistic Florida Gar - (Lepisosteus Platyrhincus)

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Black Melanistic Florida Gar - (Lepisosteus Platyrhincus)
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🐟 Black Melanistic Florida Gar – (Lepisosteus platyrhincus)

The Black Melanistic Florida Gar is a rare color morph of the Florida Gar, a long, slender freshwater fish native to the southeastern United States. This melanistic variant is characterized by its darker, nearly black coloration, offering a unique and striking appearance. Like all gars, it is a powerful predator requiring large tanks and expert care.


🌊 Habitat & Care

🏠 Tank Size: Minimum 250 gallons
🌊 Prefers warm, well-oxygenated freshwater with slow to moderate flow
🪵 Provide open swimming areas and shaded spots


🍽️ Diet

🍤 Carnivorous — feeds on fish, crustaceans, and amphibians
🐟 Requires a high-protein diet and careful feeding


⚖️ Temperament

🐠 Predatory and territorial
🚫 Not suitable for community tanks with small fish


🧠 Behavior & Special Considerations

🌡️ Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
💧 pH: 6.5–7.5
📏 Size: Up to 36 inches (90 cm) or more
⚠️ Needs a very large tank or pond and excellent filtration
🌿 Requires secure lids due to occasional jumping behavior


📋 At a Glance

🔖 Scientific Name Lepisosteus platyrhincus
🐟 Common Name Black Melanistic Florida Gar
🌎 Origin Southeastern United States
📏 Size Up to 36 inches (90 cm)
🌡️ Temperature 72–82°F (22–28°C)
💧 pH Range 6.5–7.5
🐟 Temperament Predatory, territorial
🏠 Tank Size 250+ gallons
🍽️ Diet Carnivore

💡 The Black Melanistic Florida Gar is a rare and impressive predator, suitable only for advanced aquarists with very large tanks or pond setups.

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