Family: | Tetraodontidae |
Genus & Species: |
Tetraodon suvattii |
Common Name: |
Arrowhead Puffer |
Size: | Up to 4.5 inches. (11.5 cm) |
Habitat: | Asia: Mekong river basin. |
Min Tank Size: | 30 gallons (long form – 36”). |
Diet: | Crustaceans, small fish, mollusks, worms. |
Behavior: | Lurking predator. |
Water: | Freshwater, pH 6.5 – 7.5, temperature range, 72-79°F (22-26°C), hardness 5 – 12 dH |
Care: | High water quality, caves or other shelter. |
Communities: | Will consume other fish, in sufficient space may co-exist with conspecifics. |
Suitability: | Intermediate. |