Tiger Datnoid 5-6cm


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Description

Tiger Datnoid – A Majestic Predator with Striking Patterning
(Datnioides microlepis)

The Tiger Datnoid (Datnioides microlepis) is a visually stunning and highly prized fish among aquarium enthusiasts. Known for its unique, tiger-like striping and predatory nature, the Tiger Datnoid is a freshwater species that commands attention in any large tank. Native to Southeast Asia, this fish is not only admired for its beauty but also for its dynamic and active behavior, making it a must-have for aquarists with larger, well-established tanks.

Key Features:

  • Stunning Stripes: Bold black and gold/yellow vertical stripes across its body give it a tiger-like appearance

  • Large Size: Can grow up to 30 cm (12 inches), requiring ample space to thrive

  • Active and Strong Swimmer: Known for its energetic swimming patterns and territorial behavior

  • Predatory Nature: Naturally carnivorous, preying on smaller fish and invertebrates in the wild, which makes it suitable for larger, fish-only setups

Tank Requirements:

  • Minimum tank size: 200 liters (50 gallons) for a single fish (larger tanks are preferable for multiple individuals)

  • Temperature: 24°C–30°C (75°F–86°F)

  • pH: 6.5–7.5 (neutral to slightly acidic)

  • Requires a well-filtered tank with strong water circulation and stable water conditions

  • Needs plenty of hiding spots and structures like rocks, driftwood, and plants to feel secure

  • A sandy or fine gravel substrate is ideal for this species

Compatibility:

  • Aggressive with Smaller Fish: Best kept with other large, robust fish that are capable of defending themselves

  • Ideal tankmates include large cichlids, other aggressive species like large catfish, and fast-moving fish

  • Avoid keeping with small or slow fish, as the Tiger Datnoid may consider them prey

  • Can be kept in pairs or small groups if the tank is large enough, but may show territorial behavior, especially during feeding time

Feeding Tips:

  • Carnivorous—feeds on live or frozen foods such as fish, shrimp, and larger invertebrates

  • Will also accept high-quality pellets and meaty frozen foods like bloodworms and krill

  • Feed 2–3 times a day in portions it can consume in a few minutes, adjusting based on its appetite

  • Larger specimens can also be trained to accept high-quality fish or shrimp pellets

Why Choose the Tiger Datnoid?
The Tiger Datnoid is a captivating and powerful predator that adds drama and beauty to any large aquarium. With its striking appearance, active nature, and predatory habits, this fish is perfect for aquarists who have the space and experience to care for such a dynamic species. Its majestic presence and behavior make it a showpiece in any tank, and it's sure to be the centerpiece of your aquatic setup.

Whether you’re collecting from our store, ordering dry goods, arranging local delivery or having livestock delivered nationwide, we’ve made it simple to choose the right option.


Click & Collect

FREE COLLECTION FROM OUR STORE

Place your order online and select Click & Collect at checkout.

Livestock will normally be bagged when you arrive, helping to minimise the amount of time animals spend packaged. If you’d prefer your livestock to be ready beforehand, simply contact us in advance.


Local Delivery

DELIVERED BY TROPICAL SUPPLIES • WITHIN 25 MILES

Order from our in-store range and have it delivered directly to you using our own local delivery service.

Minimum order: £50

Local Delivery Charges:
Up to 5 miles — FREE
5–10 miles — £10
10–15 miles — £15
15–20 miles — £20
20–25 miles — £25

Distances are measured “as the crow flies” rather than by road.

Once your order has been placed, we’ll contact you to arrange a suitable delivery date and time. We often combine nearby orders into efficient delivery runs, so local delivery may take a little longer during busy periods.

Ordering a large aquarium?
Please make sure someone is available to help unload the aquarium from our van when we arrive.


Dry Goods Delivery

FREE UK Delivery Over £75

Spend £75 or more on eligible dry goods and receive FREE UK delivery on orders weighing up to 20kg.

A great opportunity to stock up on food, treatments, filter media, accessories and other aquarium or reptile essentials while saving on delivery.

Free delivery applies to eligible orders up to 20kg and excludes livestock, aquariums, terrariums and other oversized items.

Qualifying orders will automatically show the FREE UK Delivery option at checkout — no discount code required.

Standard Parcel Delivery

Our standard parcel delivery charges are calculated according to the weight of your order and the available delivery service.

Orders placed before 12 noon may be dispatched the same day on our current dispatch days.

Express Pallet

75–500kg • Usually 1–3 working days

Designed for large and heavy orders that cannot be sent using our standard parcel service.

Please note: We currently dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.

Adding Something to an Existing Order?

If your original order hasn’t been dispatched yet, simply place the additional items as a Click & Collect order and leave us a note asking us to combine them with your existing order.


Available to Order

See something you want that we don’t currently have on the shelf? Many of our products can be quickly sourced from our suppliers.

Products marked Available to Order are not currently held in stock at our store but are available for us to order on your behalf.

Most items arrive with us within a few days and usually no longer than a week, depending on supplier availability.

Once your item arrives with us, we’ll either dispatch your order or let you know it’s ready for collection, depending on the delivery option you selected.

After receiving your order, we’ll check availability with our supplier. If there are any issues or expected delays, we’ll contact you to let you know.


Nationwide Livestock Delivery

Have your new livestock delivered safely to your door using our specialist livestock delivery service.

Minimum livestock order: £50

Thursday Delivery — £24

Order by: Wednesday, 12 noon
Dispatched: Wednesday afternoon
Delivered: Thursday before 1pm

Friday Delivery — £24

Order by: Thursday, 12 noon
Dispatched: Thursday afternoon
Delivered: Friday before 1pm

Saturday Delivery — £29

Order by: Friday, 12 noon
Dispatched: Friday afternoon
Delivered: Saturday before 1pm

Livestock Delivery Exclusions

Unfortunately, our specialist livestock courier is currently unable to deliver livestock to the following postcode areas:

AB30–AB56 • DD8–DD10 • DG3–DG14 • FK17–FK21 • KA18–KA19 • KA26–KA30 • PA20–PA38 • PA80 • PH3–PH18 • PH20–PH40 • TR21–TR25

All BT, HS, IM, IV, JE and KW postcodes are also excluded.

If you’re unsure whether we can deliver livestock to your address, please contact us before placing your order and we’ll be happy to check for you.

Add Dry Goods to Your Livestock Order

You can include suitable dry goods with your livestock delivery, making it easy to add food, treatments, filter media, accessories and other supplies at the same time.

Please note: Livestock deliveries cannot include frozen food or heavy items such as gravel, sand or other unsuitable bulky goods. These items must be ordered separately using an appropriate delivery method.

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No problem. If your livestock order hasn’t been dispatched yet, place another order using Click & Collect and leave us a note asking us to combine it with your existing order.



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