Pufferfish
Carinotetraodon travancoricus
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Last updated: November 17, 2025
Overview
Smallest known pufferfish, brackish tolerant.
Origin: India
Family: Tetraodontidae
Physical Characteristics
Maximum Size: 5.00 cm
Temperament: Semi Aggressive
Care Level: Moderate
Diet Type: Carnivore
Habitat Requirements
Water Type: Brackish
Temperature Range: 24.0°C - 28.0°C
pH Range: 6.5 - 7.5
Water Hardness: 5 - 15 dGH
Minimum Tank Size: 40 liters
Care and Feeding
Diet Information:
Feeds on snails, crustaceans.
Care Level:
Moderate
Breeding
Breeding Difficulty: Difficult
Egg layers.
Compatibility
Semi Aggressive
Sensitive species needing very clean water.