The Puffer Forum

Yes if I look from the inside it’s all mirrors I could not tell when I bought it because it was empty.

I just transferred my puffer who is usually playful and happy. His new tank as I learned today is reflecting glass all around. So he is not responding to me, he’s turned black and can’t see me but when the lights are off he sees my shadow and gets excited. I’m worried I should get a different clear ...

I’ve done so thank you for all the advice. How soon should I move my puffer in and is he fine to go without floating..? Temperature is the same.

I bought a 20 gal tank is the entire bottle of safe start ok? The directions say so but I’m worried as to how long I should wait with it.

Got a 20 gal tank today and set it up for cycling. Will post a picture in a few days!

I’m going to get a larger tank as you described 20-30 gallons and get it set up with sand and plants something much more suited for him. Definitely cycled first because I know they’re really sensitive. Like I said he was a gift and until this forum I had no clue what he required due to misinformatio...

My tank came with all the cycling products when I first bought it. API step by step products. I use Tetra: easy balance plus with my weekly 25% water changes. I usually wait 3-4 hours after to test my water. I am relieved as well because those puffers get huge.

He is about 2" right now. In a 6 gallon tank. The tank is cycled. He was sold as a mbu so I've been caring for him as one.. but I knew he looked different. I planned on getting a bigger tank, but now I am glad that you recommend that. Since he was a gift I actually had no preference in what kin...

I am a new puffer owner. I bought my puffer at a local aquatic shop and I was told he is a MBU puffer. After having him for a week, I've noticed that after research he does not look completely like a MBU puffer. As for his care I keep him freshwater and 79 degree 6 gallon tank. Feed him plenty of sn...