Mouth Almighty 7cm

Mouth Almighty
 

The Mouth Almighty is a super rare, exotic, and intriguing freshwater species native to Australia and Papua New Guinea. This species is a fascinating addition to the aquarium world, due to its unique predatory feeding behaviour and largemouth, which can give your tank an added dynamic of activity. They are the perfect predator for aquarists limited on space and best of all is that these fish look essentially like a smaller barramundi which is often regarded as Australia’s largest freshwater predator fish. 

The Mouth Almighty's distinct appearance is truly something to behold. They look like a hybrid between a barramundi, African butterfly fish, and a Bush fish. Starting with their size, these fish can grow up to 15 cm, making them a fish suitable for most practical home aquariums. The base colour of their bodies varies from a soft, earthy yellow to a darker brown, however, the colour of their environment really dictates the darkness of these fish. The mouth is almighty actually displays beautiful, iridescent turquoise blue and green streaks on its scales that capture light and dazzle immensely. These fish also have a large trap jaw-like mouth and equally large eyes which really shows how much of a sight-based hunter they are.

Breeding the Mouth Almighty is an interesting process as well, as they are mouthbrooders. The female carries the eggs in her mouth until they hatch, offering them protection and increasing their chances of survival. Males will typically stake out a territory and try to lure females in to spawn. Attempting to breed these rare fish in captivity will be an incredibly fun and rewarding process that should absolutely be considered by avid breeders.

Tank Recommendations for Mouth Almighty

A minimum tank size of 150 litres is recommended for the Mouth Almighty. They prefer a setup that mimics their natural habitat, so use a sandy substrate with plenty of river rocks and driftwood to provide cover. Water temperatures should be maintained between 22-28°C with a pH level of 6.5-7.5.

Suitable Tank Buddies

The Mouth Almighty is generally peaceful but may eat smaller fish due to its predatory nature. Thus, it is better to keep it with fish of similar size or slightly larger.

Usually Compatible

Eel tail catfish, Bullrout, Geophagus, plecos, scats, and other medium-sized, non-aggressive fish. 

Sometimes Compatible

Larger fast-moving tetras, angelfish, and gouramis may sometimes be compatible. 

Rarely Compatible

Small, fast-moving fish that are not tiny enough to be considered prey. Any overly large species like adult saratoga may also eat the mouth almighty.

Feeding your Mouth Almighty 

Mouth Almighties are carnivorous and will eat a variety of live and frozen foods like small fish, shrimp, insects, and worms. Whilst it can take some time, they can also be trained to accept high-quality carnivore pellets. It is best to go for a very slow sinking pellet as these fish often like to investigate their food before actively eating