The Puffer Forum

I'm new to site and just wondered that where in the UK can you buy a fahaka puffer ? I have searched high Nd low for this amazing animal but can't get hold of one. My local shop has a 10 inch one but he is not for sale but they keep him in a two foot tank :'( if anyone cN point me I. Right direction many thanks x

Did you ask the local store if they could order one for you? I have 2 pet stores and 2 aquarium stores nearby and they always tell me they can order the fish I want. I had to order my green spotted puffer for instance because none of the stores keep brackish water tanks.

I asked my local pet shop n all they said t me was " we usually get them from congo but due t the war out thier we cant get any in now "

Iv been looking for one for aaaages lol

They are common in my neck of the woods

Really ? Me and a friend of mine have been looking for ages. Looked all over internet. Just seems America have alot lol i might have to pop to Brighton to get one then lol Is that your puffer in your pic ?

Good luck in your puffer journey, ask any and all questions you may think of!

Yes is mine. Where you from? Let me know when you coming down and will give you postcode of shop which has them regularly

I will probably have loads of questions.

Stuff like if i had to drive length of country to get one would she be alright with the journey back ? Im guessing id hav to put heat pack etc along with it in a box ?
I hear and see all time how people say they are like dogs in water and have such personality. Yawning and smiling, get your attention when you walk into the room etc lol

Would be amazing , iv been saving up for some time now but i dont want to jump in and get one without the proper size tank equipment and knowledge, which i think is best to do

I live near Salisbury, used to live near Sheffield and Nottingham.
How much are they ? and what size ?

About 1.5 inch normally cost approx £16

what would you recomend i did if i came to Brighton ?
Buy a few incase a few pass away, or buy one cos it would survive ?

If you buy more than one you will need 120g plus for each one they dont play nice together. There is a shop in essex called wildwoods or something which stocks puffers also. Maay be worth a phone call. Buy one take good care and you will be fine

There is one being offered in our Classifieds right now.

Yes down by Portsmouth will be a bit of a drive but well worth it

i know iv PMed him to see if i can have her. Well excited.