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Honeybadger
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So even a 6ftx2ftx2ft is no good for these 2?
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Bigger problem is compatibility.
You are getting sleepy... you only hear the sound of my voice... you must do water changes... water changes... water changes... water changes...

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Honeybadger
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I presume the puffer might attack the burr as they get older? As burrfish are generally shy.
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Honeybadger
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Just found this "The immaculate puffer is one of the most friendly puffer species and can be kept with less aggressive triggers, puffers, groupers and wrasses."
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Re: Hello

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Welcome! We're really happy to have you. There are lots of knowledgeable people here who can help you. :)

purplecandle wrote::badboy: 2 large puffers in 92 gallons.

Why is it that the most beautiful fish fall into the hands of those who refuse to house them properly?

I would brake my right arm for an immaculate and I would give up eating to save money for the proper tank and equipment.
purplecandle, chill. She's new. There's a big difference between refusing to house a fish properly and not knowing. She says she's new to puffers. Most people come here to learn. Let's be friendly to our newbies.
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:) Thats more like it :) I have been recommended this forum by a number of people. I was surprised by the reaction of some. But i'm sure there are people here who can help me do what is best for my Puff and Burr. I have a mature 4x2x2 reef as well. so i do know how to keep water.
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I would just like to clarify. My name is Steve, defiantly a guy :)
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Honeybadger wrote:Just found this "The immaculate puffer is one of the most friendly puffer species and can be kept with less aggressive triggers, puffers, groupers and wrasses."
What site is that from? Don't believe everything you read.

I definitely would not suggest keeping them in a reef. We'd love to see some pics of your reef, in the Marine forum!
You are getting sleepy... you only hear the sound of my voice... you must do water changes... water changes... water changes... water changes...

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Honeybadger wrote:I would just like to clarify. My name is Steve, defiantly a guy :)
Ooooooops! I don't know where I got that from... We need to add genders to our profiles or something! Sorry!

ETA: Oh, wait, we did. :lol:
"I will give you a talisman. Whenever you are in doubt, or when the self becomes too much with you, apply the following test. Recall the face of the poorest and the weakest man whom you may have seen, and ask yourself, if the step you contemplate is going to be of any use to him or her. Will she gain anything by it? Will it restore her to a control over her own life and destiny? In other words, will it lead to freedom for the hungry and spiritually starving millions? Then you will find your doubts and your self melt away."

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Honeybadger
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Pufferpunk wrote:
Honeybadger wrote:Just found this "The immaculate puffer is one of the most friendly puffer species and can be kept with less aggressive triggers, puffers, groupers and wrasses."
What site is that from? Don't believe everything you read.

I definitely would not suggest keeping them in a reef. We'd love to see some pics of your reef, in the Marine forum!
I have no intention keeping them in my reef, too many shrimp, crabs and small fish.:)
The site was this one http://www.aquaticcommunity.com/Pufferf ... culate.php.
I was told the puff was a dogface but i knew it wasn't, so at least i have a more positive id.
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LilGreenPuffer wrote:
Honeybadger wrote:I would just like to clarify. My name is Steve, defiantly a guy :)
Ooooooops! I don't know where I got that from... We need to add genders to our profiles or something! Sorry!

ETA: Oh, wait, we did. :lol:

Done :D
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Welcome to the forum :D

I just finished reading through this thread, I couldn't help but laugh.

A couple questions just purely out of personal interest; Is it possible to get another shot of the burrfish from the top? Also, has he always had those yellow markings?

I'm just praying that it is not velvet because it is a really nice specimen you have there :D
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Honeybadger
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Only this one Image

I can try get a better one. Always had those markings, like a heart shape in it's head and a bit more down it's back.
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Pufferpunk
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My Puffers: Puffers I have kept:
T lineatus
T miurus
A modestus
T biocellatus
C valentini
C coranata
C papuan
C lorteti
DPs
suvattii
burrfish
T niphobles
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Your puffer is a Arothron/dogface species.

From that site you linked:

Immaculate puffer care and aquarium setup:

The immaculate puffer grows quite large and you will therefore need a large aquarium if you want to keep this species. They are best kept in aquariums no smaller than 100 gallons /400 L.
You are getting sleepy... you only hear the sound of my voice... you must do water changes... water changes... water changes... water changes...

"The solution to pollution is dilution!"
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Honeybadger
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Re: Hello

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Just not the one commonly sold as dogface puffer in the uk.
That is why i'm looking for a bigger tank for when it needs it :D
Only had it a few days.
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