Bering Wolffish
NameBering Wolffish
Scientific NameAnarhichas orientalis
Common NamesBering Wolffish, Bering Sea Wolffish, Eastern Wolffish
FamilyAnarhichadidae
OriginNorth Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea, Sea of Okhotsk, Japan, Alaska
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)45
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)32-50
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesBest kept alone or with very large, robust coldwater species
Description
The Bering Wolffish is a large, robust marine fish characterized by its powerful jaws and blunt head. It inhabits the cold, deep waters of the North Pacific, preying on hard-shelled invertebrates. Due to its size and specialized coldwater requirements, it is considered an advanced species for dedicated aquarists.
