Fahaka Puffer Care Guide
Tetraodon lineatus
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Bioload Score
90000
AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 45.0 cm / 17.7"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (76–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 450L (119 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Africa
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Carnivorous, requiring a diet of snails, worms, and other meaty foods.
Community Compatibility
Best kept in a species-specific tank or with very large, peaceful fish.
Good to Know
Fahaka Puffers are notable for their strong personality and interactive nature, but require experienced care.
Gender Differences
Males and females are similar in appearance, with males sometimes slimmer.
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