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Fahaka

Family:	Tetraodontidae
Genus & Species:	Tetraodon lineatus
Common Name:	Fahaka, Nile puffer
Size:	~17” (47cm)
Habitat:	Africa: Nile, Chad basin, Niger, Volta, Gambia, Geba and Senegal Rivers.
Min Tank Size:	120 gallons.
Diet:	Mollusks, crustaceans, fish.
Behavior:	Highly aggressive.
Water:	Adaptable: pH 6.0-8.0 Temperature 75-79°F (24 – 26°C), ph 6.0-7.0, dH range: 10.
Care:	Small-grain substrate, some shelter, massive filtration required, intolerant of ammonia & nitrite.
Communities:	Solitary only.
Suitability:	Advanced.