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Livraison gratuite en Belgique et frais de port réduits à 4,99€ pour la France à partir de 59€ !
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Colourful, territorial African pufferfish, to be kept alone
Tetraodon lineatus, also known as the Nile puffer, is an impressive predatory freshwater fish from Africa. Its striking yellow and black pattern makes it a unique showpiece for a dedicated species aquarium.
A territorial, solitary species that must be kept alone in a large tank of at least 300 L. Use a powerful external filter and perform frequent water changes.
Strict carnivore: snails, crustaceans, worms. Vary the diet with our range of frozen and live foods.
Create a rocky layout with roots and plenty of hiding places. A precise heater is essential.
| Scientific name | Tetraodon lineatus |
|---|---|
| Adult size | 30 – 35 cm |
| Origin | Nile basin, East Africa |
| Temperature | 25 – 30 °C |
| pH | 7.0 – 8.2 |
| GH | 8 – 20 °dGH |
| KH | 5 – 12 °KH |
| Conductivity | 300 – 700 µS |
| Life expectancy | 10 years |
| Behavior | Solitary, aggressive |
| Swimming zone | Middle / bottom |
| Minimum volume | 300 L (single specimen) |
| Diet | Strict carnivore |
Offer snails regularly to allow natural wear of its continuously growing teeth.
The fish are shipped with great care in insulated packaging.
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