ErythrinidaeFreshwater Fishintermediate
Hoplias malabaricus 'Wolf Fish'
Hoplias malabaricus
Origin: South America (widespread)
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Water Parameters
Temperature22–28 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH5.5–7.5
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GH (Hardness)2–15 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)1–8 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 50 cm
- Min Tank
- 300 L
- Lifespan
- 20+
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- aggressive predator
About
Hoplias malabaricus, the Wolf Fish or Tiger Fish, is a powerful, muscular South American predator with impressive jaw and teeth. Fascinating and personalised once settled — recognises keeper. Requires species-only tank or with very large robust fish.
Care Guide
Species or large robust fish only. 300 L+. Temperature 22–28°C, pH 5.5–7.5. Feeder fish initially; transition to pellets, prawns, earthworms. Durable and long-lived. Lid essential — can jump.
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