Striped Tigerfish
NameStriped Tigerfish
Scientific NameHydrocynus vittatus
Common NamesAfrican Tigerfish, Striped Tigerfish, Tigerfish
FamilyAlestidae
OriginAfrica, Nile River, Congo River, Zambezi River, Lake Tanganyika, Lake Kariba
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.5-7.5
Description
The Striped Tigerfish is a large, highly predatory freshwater fish native to various African river systems. Known for its powerful jaws and sharp, interlocking teeth, it is an apex predator in its natural habitat. This species requires a very large aquarium and is only suitable for expert aquarists due to its aggressive nature and specialized care requirements.
