The Puffer Forum

ok ok ok I know that they are SUPER AGGRESSIVE fish but I am curious as to what tank mates MIGHT have the best chance of survival with them?

Has anyone had success keeping other fish with them?

Thanks.

Could a fahaka puffer bite a person's finger off if they bit them during a water change?

I read that fahakas ( or maybe all puffers?) shouldn't be taken out of a tank with a net. I suppose a tub of water would be best to take them out but I don't think that would be an easy task haha.


Anybody have a fahaka that is pretty good at taking them out that could share their wisdom with me?

I was talking about the fahaka tank but thank you for that extra information regarding snails.

One last thing...

How long does it take the snails to breed?

Do they produce a bunch a once or what?

How many snails should I start with?

As far as tank set up.... Do people just use Sand on the bottom and no plants or decorations? What type of sand is good for them?

How do you breed ramshorn or pond snails? I am assuming this would save money....

oh ok , sorry i didn't know. Thanks... sorry jp

Hello, I am new to the forum and I am looking into purchasing a fahaka as well.If anyone could answer a few quick questions for me I would really appreciate it! 1. How much does it cost to feed a fahaka per week? 2. If i feed him frozen shrimp, how many should I give him? 3. If I stick my hand in th...