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Green Spotted Puffer
Dichotomyctere nigroviridis
Advanced Aggressive fish freshwaterbrackish
About
Intelligent and interactive puffer. Juveniles tolerate freshwater but adults require brackish conditions (SG 1.005–1.020).
Water Parameters
Temperature
75 - 82 °F
Ideal: 76 - 80 °F
pH
7 - 8.5
GH (Hardness)
8 - 20 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
6.5"
Min Tank Size
30 gallons
Diet
carnivore
Swimming Zone
middle
Bioload
high
Category
pufferfish