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Tigerfish - (Hydrocynus forskalii)
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🐟 Tigerfish – (Hydrocynus forskalii) – Powerful African Predator Fish for Sale

The Tigerfish (Hydrocynus forskalii) is a fast, aggressive, and highly predatory freshwater species native to Africa’s river systems, including the Nile, Congo, and various lakes. Known for its elongated, streamlined body, sharp conical teeth, and bold vertical stripes, this apex predator is built for speed and precision strikes. Its silvery sheen, accented by dark stripes and red-orange tail hues, makes it one of the most visually impressive freshwater game fish. Best suited for large predator aquariums, the Tigerfish requires experienced care and tankmates that are too large to be eaten.


🔎 Quick Facts – Tigerfish (Hydrocynus forskalii)

  • 📛 Common Name: Tigerfish, African Tigerfish
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Hydrocynus forskalii
  • 🌍 Origin: Africa – Nile River, Congo River Basin, and various lakes
  • 🎨 Appearance: Silver body with vertical dark stripes, sharp teeth, and reddish-orange tail highlights
  • 📏 Max Size: 24–30 inches (60–76 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Occasionally available; prized by predator fish keepers

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔️ Highly aggressive and predatory; best kept in single-specimen setups or with other large predators
  • 🐟 Extremely fast swimmer; requires ample open space
  • 🌿 Highly territorial toward similar species

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 300+ gallons
  • 🪵 Large, open swimming areas with minimal obstructions
  • 🪨 Strong filtration to handle high waste output
  • 💡 Moderate to bright lighting enhances silver sheen and stripe contrast

💧 Water Parameters – Tigerfish Care

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 74–82°F (23–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–8.0
  • 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet – Carnivorous Predator

  • 🐟 Whole fish, shrimp, and other meaty foods
  • 🦐 Frozen or fresh prawns, squid, and silversides
  • 🚫 Avoid feeder fish to reduce disease risk; opt for frozen/thawed alternatives

📋 Tigerfish Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Africa – Nile River, Congo Basin, various lakes
📏 Max Size 24–30 inches
😇 Temperament Aggressive, predatory
🏠 Tank Size 300+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–8.0
🌡️ Temperature 74–82°F
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous – fish, shrimp, squid
🎯 Ideal For Large predator aquariums, experienced keepers

✨ Highlight:
The Tigerfish is a powerful African freshwater predator with unmatched speed, razor-sharp teeth, and striking striped patterns—ideal for expert aquarists seeking a true apex predator.

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