Hydrocynus vittatus

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Tiger Characin
Tiger Characin
Species	Hydrocynus vittatus
Difficulty	Challenging
Min. Tank Size	567.812 liters 567,811.767 mL 150 US Gallons (567.8L)
Size	43.307 in 100-110 cm (39.4-43.3")
pH	6.5 - 7.5
Temp.	295.15 K 71.6 °F 531.27 °R 301.15 K 82.4 °F 542.07 °R22 -28 °C (71.6-82.4°F)
Water Hardness	8-15
Stocking Ratio	1:2 M:F
Availability	Rare
Diet	Carnivore Pellet Foods Flake Foods Live Foods
Life Span	5-8 years

[edit] Alternative names

Tiger Characin, Tiger Fish

[edit] Sexing

Difficult to sex visually.

[edit] Tank compatibility

Best kept in a species tank due to this fish's predatory nature. Can be kept with others of its own kind provided they are of similar size.

[edit] Diet

A carnivorous fish that may at first only take live foods but can be weaned on to other foods such as fish fillet and shrimp as well as some pellet foods.

[edit] Feeding regime

Feed once a day.

[edit] Environment Specifics

Needs a large spacious tank that allows for plenty of open swimming room and some hiding places. A secure lid is a must.

[edit] Behaviour

An active and predatory fish.

[edit] Identification

A very elongate slender fish with large scales that are iridescent silver in colour, sometimes with golden hues, and a forked caudal fin. It has large sharp teeth which are always visible and can inflict injury.

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[edit] External links

• Fishbase
• Pet Education
• Seriously Fish