{"product_id":"gar-rocket-hujeta","title":"Gar Rocket Hujeta","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"yftsx5\" data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"129\"\u003eHujeta Gar \/ Gar Rocket (Ctenolucius hujeta)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"410\"\u003eThe Hujeta Gar, often called the Gar Rocket, is a sleek and fascinating freshwater predator known for its long, torpedo-shaped body and sharp, elongated snout. With its shimmering silver coloration and subtle markings, this fish brings a unique, prehistoric look to any aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eDespite its predatory nature, it can be kept in community setups with properly sized tank mates and is best suited for aquarists with some experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"567\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1e9f84q\" data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"588\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"808\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"85ak2i\" data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"648\"\u003eTemperature: 73–82°F (23–28°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"624\"\u003eIdeal range: 75–80°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pop925\" data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"666\"\u003epH: 6.0 – 7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lnnfrh\" data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eWater Hardness: Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cwohnp\" data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eTank Size: Minimum 55 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a2ea54\" data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"808\"\u003eGroup Size: Can be kept singly or in groups if space allows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"813\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"km3ghp\" data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; 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