Mbu Pufferfish (Tetraodon mbu)
Fish in the family Tetraodontidae. Hard care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameTetraodon mbu
FamilyTetraodontidae
Also known asGiant Freshwater Puffer, Mbu Puffer
Care levelHard
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentAggressive
DietCarnivore
Adult size26 in
Minimum tank size500 gallons
Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 6.8-7.8, GH 6-18 dGH
Appearance
Massive rotund yellow-and-brown maze-patterned body with large expressive eyes, a parrot-like beak of fused teeth, and the ability to inflate when threatened.
Difficulty and care for the Mbu Pufferfish
Hard
Origin and habitat
Africa (Congo basin, Lake Tanganyika)
Keeper notes
The largest freshwater puffer, a monster reaching over 2ft that is intelligent but highly aggressive and a fin-nipper; almost always kept alone as it bites and kills tankmates. Beaks are razor sharp. Needs an enormous tank and pristine water.
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