Mbu Puffer

Tetraodon mbu

Also known as: Giant Freshwater Puffer

The giant of freshwater puffers — a tame but enormous solitary specimen fish.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

75–82°F

pH

7–8

Hardness

8–20 dGH

Max size

26 in

Min tank

500 gal

Temperament

Aggressive

Social

Solitary

Swim level

All

Diet

Carnivore

Care level

Expert

Lifespan

10+ years

Breeding

Egg-layer

Suitability

Expert

Origin

Africa (Congo basin)

Grows over two feet and needs a massive, heavily filtered tank, making it a fish only for the most committed and well-resourced keepers. Famously tame and interactive despite its size. Must be kept alone and fed hard-shelled foods.