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Tiger Stingray (Potamotrygon tigrina)

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The Tiger Stingray is a rare and striking freshwater stingray, known for its bold black and golden striped pattern that resembles a tiger’s coat.

  • Size :Medium
  • Qty :Price mentioned is for single fish
  • Note:If you order 2 qty of a specific variety , then you will receive 1 male and 1 female. If you order 5 qty of a specific variety, then you will receive 2 male and 2 female and the last one will be based on availability.

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    Product Details

    • Description :

      The Tiger Stingray is a rare and striking freshwater stingray, known for its bold black and golden striped pattern that resembles a tiger’s coat.

    • Appearance :

      Black body with golden to orange tiger-like stripes across the disc.

    • Lifespan :

      15–20 years

    • Diet :

      Carnivorous; shrimp, worms, small fish, mussels, carnivore pellets.

    • Closing Thoughts :

      One of the rarest freshwater stingrays, the Tiger Stingray is prized for its beauty and exclusivity.

  • Care Level :

    Expert

  • Minimum Tank Size :

    300 gallons or larger

  • pH :

    6.0–7.0

  • Water Hardness :

    2–10 dGH

  • Temperature :

    78–84°F (25–29°C)

  • Max Size :

    24–30 inches (disc diameter)

  • Tank Mates :

    Large catfish, arowanas, peacock bass, and other large stingrays.

  • Bad Tank Mates :

    Aggressive cichlids, fin-nippers, and small fish.

  • Scientific Name :

    Potamotrygon tigrina

  • Family :

    Potamotrygonidae

  • Origin :

    Amazon Basin, Peru

  • Social Behavior :

    Generally solitary but can coexist with other large peaceful species in very large tanks.

  • Feeding Details :

    Daily feedings of shrimp, mussels, fish, worms, and high-protein carnivore pellets.

  • Breeding Behavior :

    Ovoviviparous; females birth live young after internal fertilization.

  • Breeding Details :

    Gestation lasts 3–4 months, producing multiple live pups.

  • Important Water Parameters :

    pH: 6.0–7.0, Temperature: 78–84°F, Hardness: 2–10 dGH

  • Common Health Issues :

    Very sensitive to water quality; prone to stress and bacterial infections.

  • Temperament :

    Peaceful with large tank mates but predatory toward small fish.

  • Behavior & Temperament :

    Peaceful bottom-dweller; highly predatory towards smaller fish.

    • The Tiger Stingray (Potamotrygon tigrina) originates from the Amazon Basin in Peru. Its distinctive striped markings make it one of the most beautiful and expensive freshwater stingrays in the hobby. Due to its rarity, it is considered a collector’s fish requiring expert-level care and very large aquariums.

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