The Blue Spotted Puffer, also known as Tetraodon fluviatilis, is a unique and captivating freshwater fish species that originates from Southeast Asia. It is highly valued for its striking appearance and engaging behavior, making it a popular choice among experienced aquarists.
 
The Blue Spotted Puffer has a round, compact body with distinctive blue spots scattered across its yellowish or olive-brown skin. It can grow up to 4 inches in length, making it a relatively small puffer fish suitable for a moderately-sized aquarium.
 
This puffer fish requires a well-maintained tank with a minimum size of 30 gallons. It is a brackish water species, so it is important to provide a suitable salinity level in the aquarium. They are generally peaceful towards other tank mates, but they may nip at the fins of slow-moving or long-finned fish.
 
Feeding the Blue Spotted Puffer can be challenging as they have specialized dental structures designed for cracking and eating hard-shelled invertebrates. Their diet should consist of a variety of live or frozen foods such as snails, clams, shrimp, and small crustaceans. It's important to provide appropriate calcium-rich foods to maintain good dental health.
 
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 75-82°F
pH: 7.5-8.5
Salinity: 1.005-1.015
Ammonia, Nitrite, and Nitrate levels should be kept at zero.
 
Please note that these are general guidelines, and for more accurate values, we encourage you to contact Living Aquarium by phone or in person. Within store hours, our team of experts are always happy to answer any questions you may have and provide personalized guidance on care.