Wolffish variant and info thread

[caribemob]

this info has been choppy all over the site, there is still some confusion, on what parts of south america they come from, size, and ttankmates and diet. Maybe a mod can right this a little better but lets try to break it down for further use. from aimara to common mala's, i know we have hobbyist on here that know these facts.

 

[caribemob]

thats crazy nobody can chime in on wollfish, wow, i guess we can only have info on payara's and atf's huh

 

[caribemob]

can any one help this thread to be a info sticky

 

[mynheers_a_pint]

I have a Common and a Gold Wolf however, considering the amount of info available about the Common i would like to contribute info on the Gold.

Gold Wolf Fish - Hoplerythrinus unitaeniatus

Max size in captivity - 16"

Locale - South America

Minimum tank size - 120g/ 48" x 24" x 24"

feeding - piscivores- readily accept dead due to voracious appetite

General info -

The Gold Wolf is one of the most unusual of the Wolf fish family. Unlike Hoplias Sp. or Ery. the Gold Wolf readily shoals with others of it's species. When others of its type are not available they happily shoal with characins of similar body shape (personal experience) such as Chalceus. Whilst small, they are fin nippers and generally very brave during feeding time.

They will co-habit with larger Characins and Cichlids, though ensure Cichlid species are not too aggressive or territorial. Whilst the Gold Wolf is not as aggressive as other wolf species, they are still capable of a fairly damaging bite. Catfish and Pleco's are also ideal choices.

Ensure plenty of open swimming space as these are among the most active of all Wolf Fish. Cover in not necessary due to the active nature of the species.

 

[krichardson]

Now thats what I'd like,an active wolf,none of that spending big bucks for a sunken log.Good for you Caribemob for trying to get a wolf sticky movement going.

 

[Ripdevil]

K - new trend -- wolfish, the new hot fish

 

[caribemob]

so we have the common and the gold so far , i will pm g and see if he can help but here is a start

 

[krichardson]

K - new trend -- wolfish, the new hot fish

Not really,they do have a following here but it seems to me that species specific info can be hard to pin down so it would be good for wolf keepers to help start a sticky.

 

[caribemob]

Not really,they do have a following here but it seems to me that species specific info can be hard to pin down so it would be good for wolf keepers to help start a sticky.

exactly

 

[piranhakeeper69]

i like wolfish next best thing from a snake head