Malabar Mahseer
NameMalabar Mahseer
Scientific NameTor malabaricus
Common NamesMalabar Mahseer
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginIndia, Western Ghats
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)47
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust cyprinids, Large catfishes (e.g., Pangasius spp.), Other large riverine fish that can tolerate similar conditions and size
Description
The Malabar Mahseer is a large, powerful freshwater fish endemic to the rivers of the Western Ghats in India. Known for its impressive size and strength, it is a highly sought-after game fish. Due to its substantial adult size, it requires extremely large aquariums or ponds and is generally not suitable for typical home aquaria.
