Where Does Leopard Puffer Live?

Leopard Puffer lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Leopard Puffer

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow to moderate depths of rivers and associated floodplains.

Environment

Inhabits slow-moving to moderately flowing sections of rivers, streams, and floodplains. Prefers areas with dense vegetation, submerged roots, and leaf litter, which provide cover and hunting grounds. The substrate is often sandy or muddy.

Geographic range

Endemic to the Congo River basin in Central Africa, specifically found in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Explore Leopard Puffer