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Puffers
Common Name:
Mbu, Giant Puffer
Scientific Name:
Tetraodon mbu
Description:
The Mbu puffer is perhaps the largest of the freshwater puffers. It has been reported that it can weight up to 14 lbs. A large aquarium is required. It is best to keep this fish alone or with other very large fish capable of taking care of themselves. Most fish would become food for a mbu.
Interesting fact: This puffer is poisonous to eat.
Pictures from Wikicommon
Interesting fact: This puffer is poisonous to eat.
Pictures from Wikicommon
Origin:
Zaire, and the middle and lower Congo River
Max Size:
Larger than 24 inches
Minimum Tank Size:
200 gallons
Swim Area:
All Areas
Life Span:
10 Years or more
Temperature Range (F):
75F - 79F
pH:
7.0
Hardness (dH):
10 dH
Diet:
Carnivore
Additional Diet Information:
Snails, mussels, chopped liver (sparingly), earthworms, flies, shrimp, clams, whole prawns
Gender Difference:
Monomorphic
Breeding:
Unknown
Breeding in captivity is highly unlikely due to the space required to house a pair.
Temperament/Social Behavior:
- Aggressive, Best if kept alone, Will eat smaller fish, Solitary
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Occasionally Available
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