While this species can live in freshwater unlike the green spotted it must be acclimated to this condition slowly, and vice versa, however living in strictly freshwater is not recommended as this may shorten it's lifespan and cause overall health problemsWe will send an email, Facebook Messenger or Webpush when product available. Thread starter #1 S. Steve Zissou New Member. Figure 8 … They need about 15 gallons per puffer.Yes, they will grow to about 6 inches. The Figure Eight Puffer is an entertaining fish that's full of personality. They are deep brown in color on the upper portion of the body with white on the underside. Although live foods are ideal, some owners have had success training their puffer to eat some frozen foods.
Not only do they have very different salinity requirements, but when the GSP gets larger and much more aggressive the Figure Eight will likely be bullied and picked on constantly. Even when not startled, all figure 8 puffers have a roly-poly appearance; you can easily spot a well-fed puffer by its rounded belly. 6 to 8 years.
Pufferfish derive their name from their ability to inflate themselves with water or air when startled. Shirlie is a fish and aquarium lover with 16 years of experience writing on the topic of raising and keeping fish at home. Average Adult Fish Size: 8 cm / 3.2 inches. Figure 8 puffers only grow to around 3 inches. Puffers have two pairs of teeth, each of which is fused together, giving it a beak-like appearance. JavaScript is disabled. Scientific name: Tetraodon Biocellatus. The Figure 8 Puffer is one of the most active puffers in the hobby. I thought they were one in the same but I was wrong.they can't tolerate that much salt - shorter life span in full marine, that's why its best to keep them in a low brackish environment.Does anyone know how long it takes f8's and gsp's to reach adult size?HI steve...ive combined your post as its best to keep the same question in one area Difficulty. Get it free when you sign up for the Spruce Pets! Their puppy-like antics makes them desirable. Next big shipments August 19th and 26th. Check out additional fish species profiles for more information on other
But don't be fooled, they can still get quite nasty at times. Individuals. It's a defensive mechanismit's harder to swallow a large fish than a small one. Lives in rivers and coastal waters. The rule is that for every inch a fish is it needs a gallon.
Figure 8's are a better choice for most aquarists than the GSP because their requirements are easier to meet. The Figure 8 Puffer can be aggressive to members of its own species, so care should be taken when housed together. Their expressive faces and propeller-like fins are charming. Middle and Depth. Although these fish do not breed in captivity, they have not as yet been overfished for the trade and are not considered to be a threatened species.
Origin: India Main Ecosystem: River . Choose the correct shipping option to avoid delays or cancellations. 15 gallons is sufficient for one puffer, with 10 gallons more for each additional puffer. Unlike most fish, Figure 8 puffers are able to recognize and respond to their owners, but they can also get bored and listless.
In nature, they typically eat crustaceans and mollusks. Thread starter #1 S. Steve Zissou New Member. Also, it is recommended that you provide 30 gallon each per puffer ( I thought this was a little exagerated and had all 3 of mine in a 30g, so I wouldn't worry about it, just thought I'd let you know ). The most certain way to sex them is to observe the female laying eggs, which is an extremely rare occurrence.
Food. Figure 8 puffer Eight-Puffer Eyespot puffer. Salinity: Freshwater Temperament: Aggressive and fearless despite its small size. A healthy diet is a crucial part of keeping any puffer. Approximate Purchase Size: 3/4" to 1 1/4"
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