Tiger Sorubim Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Tiger Sorubim in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 2000 gallons (7570 liters) for a single adult
• Compatibility: Only compatible with other very large, robust fish that cannot be swallowed. Best kept as a solitary specimen or in a species-specific display.
• Special requirements: Requires an extremely large aquarium with powerful filtration to handle its bioload. Needs ample swimming space and hiding spots (large PVC pipes, driftwood). Excellent water quality is paramount. Due to its predatory nature, tank mates must be chosen with extreme care, or it should be kept alone.

Water parameters

Temperature

75-82°F (24-28°C)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

2-15 dGH

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