Common Name: Lattice Blaasop

Other Common Names: Oblong Blowfish; Takifugu

Family: Tetraodontidae

Distribution: Indo-Pacific. Enters brackish waters.

Water Parameters: Temp: 23-26C (74-80F); pH 7.9-8.4

Personality/Temperament: Unknown

Max. Size: 16 inches (40cm)

Estimated Lifespan: Unknown (~5 years?)

Sexual Dimorphism: Unknown

Diet: Unknown. Likely a range of marine organisms. Feeding and Diet article

Care: Unknown - no (English) records exist of this pufffer having even been kept in captivity.

Breeding: Unknown

Minimum Tank Size: 180 US Gallons (670 liters)

Links to Other Resources: T. oblongus profile on Fishbase