Red Line Fahaka Puffer 5.5

Fahaka puffer

Fahaka Puffer (Tetraodon lineatus)

One of a few species of giant freshwater puffers from Africa, the Fahaka or Lined Puffer is found in freshwater rivers and lakes throughout East and Central Africa. In the wild, they use their powerful beak to feed on crustaceans, mollusks, and even other fish. In the aquarium, they feed readily on most meaty foods and will readily take bites out of their tankmates as well

Origin: Aquacultured Asia
Diet: Carnivore and predator, will accept frozen and prepared food
Adult Size: 12″
Recommended Tank Size: 180 gallons
Compatibility: Extremely aggressive toward tankmates, even larger fish are at risk of being attacked

Preferred Water Parameters
pH:                          7.0 – 7.8
Temp:                     76-80F
Ammonia:              0ppm
Nitrite:                    0ppm
Nitrate:                  <30ppm