Fahaka Pufferfish
Tetraodon lineatus
Fahaka Pufferfish has a aggressive temperament.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 45 cm (≤ 17.7 in)
- Care level
- Advanced
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Temperature
- 22–26 °C
- pH
- 6.5–7.5
- GH
- 5–15 dGH
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 20 years
Care requirements
Care level: Advanced.
The listed lifespan is up to 20 years.
Water parameters
The temperature range for this fish is 22–26 °C. Compare it carefully with the aquarium target temperature instead of assuming every tropical community setup is suitable.
The pH range for this fish is 6.5–7.5. That points to slightly acidic to neutral water, but stability is more important than sudden corrections.
The GH range for this fish is 5–15 dGH. That gives some flexibility, but sudden changes are usually more stressful than a stable value that is slightly imperfect.
Temperament and compatibility
Fahaka Pufferfish should be planned cautiously with compatible fish only, because aggressive temperament data raises the risk of conflict.
Feeding
Use foods that suit a meatier diet and avoid combining it with fish small enough to be treated as food.
Before adding this fish
- Choose other fish with overlapping temperature needs.
- Keep pH stable within the listed range instead of making sudden corrections.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet that matches this species.
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FAQ
How large does Fahaka Pufferfish get?
Fahaka Pufferfish reaches ≤ 45 cm (≤ 17.7 in). It needs specialist housing, long-term space, strong filtration, and carefully chosen companions.
Is Fahaka Pufferfish peaceful?
Fahaka Pufferfish should be planned cautiously with compatible fish only, because aggressive behavior can limit companion options.
What temperature is suitable for Fahaka Pufferfish?
The temperature range for this fish is 22 to 26 °C. Choose other fish with overlapping temperature needs and avoid sudden temperature swings.