Atlantic Wolffish
NameAtlantic Wolffish
Scientific NameAnarhichas lupus
Common NamesSeawolf, Atlantic Catfish, Ocean Catfish, Devilfish
FamilyAnarhichadidae
OriginNorth Atlantic Ocean, Greenland, Iceland, Barents Sea, North America, Europe
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)60
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)32-54
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNone
Description
The Atlantic Wolffish is a large, robust, coldwater marine fish known for its powerful jaws and prominent teeth, used to crush hard-shelled prey. It inhabits rocky bottoms and prefers cooler waters of the North Atlantic, exhibiting a solitary and territorial nature. Due to its size, specialized diet, and coldwater requirements, it is an expert-level species rarely kept outside of public aquariums.
