Dogface Pufferfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Dogface Pufferfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 120 gallons (450 liters)
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with very robust, fast-moving fish that can withstand its nipping behavior. Not suitable for reef tanks as it will consume invertebrates and corals.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-established aquarium with excellent filtration. Provide plenty of live rock for hiding and exploration. A varied diet of meaty foods is essential. Due to its potential to nip, tank mates must be chosen carefully. It is also known to chew on aquarium equipment, so durable heaters and pumps are recommended.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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