Red Bay Snook (Petenia splendida)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePetenia splendida

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asBay Snook, Petenia, Tenguayaca

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size20 in

Minimum tank size150 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 7.0-8.0, GH 8-25 dGH

Appearance

Elongated cichlid with a remarkable protrusible jaw; silver wild form or the popular solid-red strain, with dark lateral markings.

Difficulty and care for the Red Bay Snook

Hard

Origin and habitat

Central America (southern Mexico, Guatemala, Belize)

Keeper notes

Large ambush predator with a hugely extendable mouth; will inhale any tankmate that fits. Predatory more than overtly brawling.

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