Name: Mbu Puffer (Tetraodon mbu)
SKU: FW0058
Availability: OutOfStock

Mbu Puffer (Tetraodon mbu)

$174.99 – $449.99

The Mbu Puffer is a large and impressive species of true freshwater pufferfish found in the Congo River Basin and other Central African waters. In the wild, the Mbu Puffer inhabits a wide variety of habitat types, from alkaline lakes to near-rapids. Intelligent, personable, but also with the potential to be extremely aggressive, this fish makes an incredible display fish for an appropriately large aquarium. They are relatively hardy and undemanding about water conditions, but with their razor sharp beak and curious nature tankmates should be chosen cautiously and are at risk of becoming a meal eventually. Their beaks grow quickly so frozen (or live) crayfish and other hard-shelled food items are necessary in their diet to help wear down their sharp beaks. Given their massive adult size and dietary requirements this species is best kept by experienced hobbyists with the resources to provide both ideal diet and very large aquarium the Mbu Puffer requires in the long term.

Description

Mbu Puffer (Tetraodon mbu)

Origin: Wild Central Africa
Locale: Congo River Basin, DRC
Diet: Carnivore and predator, feeding on a variety of molluscs, crustaceans and fish in the wild
Adult Size: 24″
Recommended Tank Size: 300 gallons
Compatibility: Varies widely by individual fish, but tankmates should be chosen carefully as they are known to attack/kill with little warning

Preferred Water Parameters
pH:                          7.0 – 8.2
Temp:                     75-82F
Ammonia:              0ppm
Nitrite:                  0ppm
Nitrate:                  <30ppm

Shipping Note: Due to size, the need for extra packing, and space requirements, larger sizes may not be eligible for our flat rate shipping. We strongly recommend shipping very large fish via air cargo when possible. Please contact us for a quote or for additional shipping info.