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Tetraodon biocellatus

Figure 8 puffer, Eyespot puffer, Green puffer, Two-spot puffer
Temperature
22–26°C
pH
7.5–7.5
dGH
5–12 ppm
Size
8 cm
Tank
60 L
Tetraodon biocellatus, or Figure Eight Puffers, are recognized for their vibrant markings resembling the numeral '8'. They are semi-aggressive and best kept in a species-specific setup more suitable for single species tanks or direct observation under supervision due to their territorial nature. Ideal tank conditions include brackish water, however, some hobbyists have successfully kept them in freshwater.

Water parameters

Hardness
5–12 ppm
Temperature
22–26°C
pH
7.5–7.5

Tank & size

Fish size
8 cm
Tank length
45 cm
Tank volume
60 L

Distribution

Cambodia,Indonesia,Malaysia.