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jodyj
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what is this puffer

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tell me if this is a mappa or some other kind of puffer the store said it is not a mappa what do you think :?: it's in the user galleries under jodyj as owner
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Looks just like a mappa to me.
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this is the mappa that i needed help with the other day he is eating but not alot krill is what he has ate but just a nibble or two
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Its my understanding that krill isn't a good staple as it can cause constipation and nutrition issues. Have you tried anything else? Have you tried soaking the food in garlic?
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no i will try that just soak the krill or try some thing else what else would you try food wise and any kind of garlic
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jodyj wrote:no i will try that just soak the krill or try some thing else what else would you try food wise and any kind of garlic
Nice looking Mappa
Have a look at the feeding article in the library.
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Post by Boxermom »

Yup, just put the food in a little cup with some tank water and a couple of slices of garlic.
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Post by Puffer Queen »

Definitely arothron mappa.

Try offering gut loaded ghost shrimp, squid - especially the tentacles, shrimp with shell on and silversides.
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Post by Gomez »

I concur .

I like him hes pretty. :D :wink:
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