Red Wolf Fish (Erythrinus erythrinus)

Fish in the family Erythrinidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameErythrinus erythrinus

FamilyErythrinidae

Also known asRainbow Wolffish, Jeju Wolffish

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size8 in

Minimum tank size55 gallons

Water parametersTemp 72-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 4-16 dGH

Appearance

Cylindrical reddish-brown body, sometimes with iridescent blue-green sheen on the head and fins, with a powerful toothed mouth and rounded fins.

Difficulty and care for the Red Wolf Fish

Hard

Origin and habitat

South America (Amazon, Orinoco)

Keeper notes

A smaller but pugnacious wolffish that swallows small fish and shrimp and is aggressive toward most tankmates; usually kept singly. Air-breather and a determined escape artist. Can bite if handled.

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