Colomesus asellusAmazon PufferfishSouth American PufferAsell's PufferPeruvian PufferZebra PufferBrazilian Puffer |
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| Physical |
| Size: | 12.05 cm (4.74 in.) Stocking Density Calculator |
| Compatability: | Community
Semi-aggressive
Should not be kept with slow moving, well finned species. |
| Minimum Tank Size: | 15 Gallons (56.78) Liters |
| Ease of Keeping: | 3 - 4 |
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| Water Conditions |
| Type: | Freshwater |
| Temperature: | 77.64° F (25.36° C) |
| pH: | 19.75 |
| General Hardness (GH): | 10 |
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| Living |
| Food Preference: | Carnivorous.
Mainly prefers small shelled invertebrates such as mollusks and crustaceans.
A daily diet of shelled food will help to prevent teeth overgrowth.
Also feeds on mosquito and midge fly larva.
Will usually accept freeze dried or frozen versions of the above or of similar food types.
Bloodworms, brine shrimp (gut loaded), cockles, mussels, earthworms, and snails. |
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| Swimming Level: | All Levels |
| Schooling: | No |
| Minimum School Size: | 2 |
| Setup: | Provide plenty of swimming space and a strong water current.
Should not be kept alone as they tend to be nervous when kept singly.
Plants may be damaged as the fish hunts for snails and other prey.
Extremely sensitive to ammonia and nitrates, only add to a fully cycled aquarium.
Over-filtration is recommended as this species tends to leave decaying material after eating.
Plenty of decor and areas to explore is necessary. |
| Distribution: | South America
Amazon River Basin
From Brazil to Peru
Peru, Columbia, and Brazil |
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| Breeding |
| Ease of Breeding: | 4 - 5 |
| Sexing: | Unknown.
No sexual dimorphism. |
| Spawning Type: | Egg Scatterer |
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| Sources: | http://www.aquahobby.com
http://www.wikipedia.org
http://www.thepufferforum.com
http://www.fishbase.org
http://www.thetropicaltank.co.uk
http://www.fishprofiles.com
http://www.aqua-fish.net
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