Description

The Dwarf Puffer, also known as the Pea Puffer, is one of the smallest pufferfish species. It is highly intelligent, interactive, and known for its big personality despite its tiny size.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Carinotetraodon travancoricus
• Origin: India (Kerala, Western Ghats)
• Maximum Size: Up to 1.5 inches (4 cm)
• Tank Requirements: Minimum 10 gallons; heavily planted tanks with caves and hiding spots
• Diet: Carnivorous; prefers live and frozen foods like bloodworms and snails
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive; best kept in species-only tanks or with small, non-aggressive tank mates
• Special Feature: One of the few freshwater puffers that do not require brackish water