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Tetraodon Cutcitica (Common Puffer)

Posted: Tue Nov 15, 2011 10:33 am
by J-P
Date: 15/08/06
Owner: PufferPedia Admin
Size: 18 items
Common Name: Common Puffer, Emerald Puffer, Sea Frog

Family: Tetraodontidae

Distribution: Malaysia, Myanmar, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka

Water Parameters: Temp: 23 - 26C (74 - 80F); pH:6.0 - 7.8

Personality/Temperament: Aggressive to both its own species and other fish

Activity: Hunter, very inactive though.

Max. Size: 4 inches (9.5 cm)

Estimated Lifespan: Not known

Sexual Dimorphism: None Shown

Diet: Feeding and Diet article

Breeding: A substrate spawner. Eggs guarded by the male who gently fans them. Fry hatch after 7 - 10 days.

Minimum Tank Size: 20 US gallons (75 liters)