Description
The Green Puffer, also known as the Spotted Green Puffer, is a unique and intelligent fish with a vibrant green body covered in black spots. It is a semi-brackish species that requires specialized care and thrives in well-maintained aquariums.
Specifications:
- Scientific Name: Dichotomyctere nigroviridis
- Origin: South and Southeast Asia (India, Thailand, Indonesia)
- Maximum Size: Up to 6 inches (15 cm)
- Tank Requirements: Minimum 30 gallons; prefers slightly brackish water with a sandy substrate and hiding spots
- Diet: Carnivorous; feeds on snails, shellfish, and frozen/live foods
- Temperament: Aggressive; best kept alone or with fast-moving, non-nippy tank mates
- Special Feature: Requires hard foods like snails to prevent overgrowth of its beak-like teeth
