Siamese Tigerfish
Datnioides microlepis — Striped predatory fish related to perch; eats smaller fish, needs a large tank.
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Datnioides microlepis |
|---|---|
| Type | oddball |
| Adult size | 16" |
| Minimum tank | 150 gal |
| Group size | 1+ |
| Temperament | aggressive |
| Temperature | 75-82°F |
| pH | 6.0-7.5 |
| GH | 5-15 |
| Diet | Live/frozen fish, large meaty foods |
| Swimming zone | all |
| Care level | moderate |
| Plant-safe | No |