What tank size does a Figure of Eight Puffer need?

A Figure of Eight Puffer requires a minimum tank size of 100 litres (26 US gallons).

What do Figure of Eight Puffer eat?

Figure of Eight Puffer are Carnivorous; thrives on a diet of snails, worms, and crustaceans..

Are Figure of Eight Puffer aggressive?

Figure of Eight Puffer are classified as semi-aggressive. Suitable for species-specific tanks or with large, peaceful fish that can tolerate brackish water.

What temperature do Figure of Eight Puffer need?

Figure of Eight Puffer thrive in water temperatures between 24–28°C (75–82°F).

How hard is it to breed Figure of Eight Puffer?

Breeding Figure of Eight Puffer is considered difficult.

Figure of Eight Puffer Care Guide

Dichotomyctere biocellatus

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Bioload Score

4000

Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater

Max Size: 15.0 cm / 5.9"
Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)
pH Range: 7.5 – 8.0
Min Tank Size: 100L (26 gal)
Min Group Size: Can be kept alone
Tank Level: Bottom
Origin: Southeast Asia
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Difficulty: Advanced
Breeding Difficulty: Difficult

Diet

Carnivorous; thrives on a diet of snails, worms, and crustaceans.

Community Compatibility

Suitable for species-specific tanks or with large, peaceful fish that can tolerate brackish water.

Good to Know

Figure of Eight Puffers are named for the unique pattern on their back, resembling the number eight.

Gender Differences

Males and females are similar in appearance.

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