Is this the most adorable fish in the world? The funny-looking porcupine puffer (or blowfish, in non-aquarist circles) is beloved for its strange appearance and big personality, but beware: it does come with some special requirements. Keep reading for everything you need to know about porcupine pufferfish care and how to successfully keep these advanced-level … Read more
Looking for an unusual addition to your saltwater aquarium? You might just have found it! The dogfaced pufferfish (Arothron nigropunctatus) is a pretty funky-looking species. It can make a great choice for experienced aquarists looking for an underwater pet they can really connect with. Keep reading for everything you need to know about dogfaced pufferfish … Read more
They’re not reef-safe, will happily munch on anything they can get between their powerful teeth, and need a pretty massive aquarium to thrive. Why in the world would anyone want to keep the stars and stripes puffer (Arothron hispidus)? It might be their funky pattern, but more likely it’s down to puffers’ amazing personalities. Highly … Read more
Most saltwater aquarium pufferfish grow way too big for the average home aquarium. But don’t worry: you can still keep a puffer even if your tank volume isn’t in the three digits! Sharpnose puffers have all that puffer personality at a fraction of the size. The most popular sharpnose pufferfish is Canthigaster valentini, the Valentini … Read more
Common names of aquarium fish species can sometimes get pretty confusing. One example is pufferfish vs blowfish: which is which? Or are they just different names for the same underwater creature? Let’s go into the pufferfish vs blowfish naming debacle and explore which species would be better for your aquarium. Pufferfish vs blowfish: The naming … Read more
If you’re interested in keeping a pufferfish in your aquarium, it’s important to keep in mind they’re not the best fish for beginners. They need a lot of space, don’t always play nice with their neighbors and, most importantly, need specific foods to stay healthy. Keep reading for everything you need to know about pufferfish … Read more
Looking for an unusual addition to your marine aquarium? Maybe a pufferfish is the right choice for you. There’s a reason so many aquarists like to keep pufferfish as a pet: these strange-looking fish are not just known for their ability to inflate, but also for their high intelligence levels and interesting behavior. Keep reading … Read more
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