Tetraodon. New fish. /Тетраодон.
Tetraodon lineatus Fahaka.
Maximum size 40-43cm.
Temperature: 24-27°C, pH: 6.4-7.5,
GH 5-17°H.
Freshwater. Does not require the addition of salt to its tank.
In the aquarium relishes all kinds of shellfish as well as worms and other live and frozen foods. It should be fed snails and unshelled shellfish (such as mussels) regularly, in order to maintain its sharp teeth. As with other puffers, these grow continuously and become a problem for the fish if they are not kept ground down.
It is very aggressive towards conspecifics. Some aquarists have had success keeping it in groups, but to attempt this an enormous tank is required.