Pink Spotted Puffer
| Latin Name |
Canthigaster bennetti, Canthigaster sp. |
| Common Name |
Pink Spotted Puffer |
| Also known as |
Bennett's Toby |
| Fast Facts |
This is one of the most readily available members of the genus. This and a few similar species are sold in the trade as 'Spotted Puffer". When ordering a "Spotted' type puffer (from anyone), keep in mind this species or a few other very similar looking "spotted" species may be shipped They make great aquarium fish, they have lots of personality and are very easy to maintain. Keep only one per tank. Great fish for a fish only aquarium. |
| Sizes |
Specimens are around 1"-2.5"
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| Range in Nature |
Indo-Pacific |
| Minimum Aquarium Size |
20 |
| Diet and Feeding |
Carnivore, provide a varied diet that includes frozen preparations for carnivores. |
| Ease of Care(5=easy, 1=difficult) |
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| Reef Aquarium Compatibility |
While it can be kept with large, stinging sea anemones, it is not well-suited to the reef aquarium as it is likely to eat many t |
| Related Fish |
Blue Spot Puffer,
Saddle Puffer Hawaii,
Valentini Puffer,
Whitespotted Puffer,
More Puffers |
| Availability |
Semi Regularly Available
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| Add to Cart |
Pink Spotted Puffer
| Price |
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| $29.99 |
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Availability is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice. Note: Because these are living animals, and not made in a factory, actual specimens will vary and will not look identical to the image provided. Sizes stated are approximate.
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