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	White Spotted Puffer - Canthigaster jactator
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Main Features Spotted Puffer - Canthigaster jactatorAlso known as: Crowned Puffer Maximum Size: the Canthigaster jactator grows up to 5 inches. General Size Specifications: The small size will come to you generally 1 to 2 inches; the medium generally 2 to 3 inches; the large generally 3 to 4 inches. Minimum Tank Size: The Spotted Puffer prefers a tank of at least 50 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. Diet: The Canthigaster jactator is a omnivore and likes to eat variety of chopped meats (fish, scallop, shrimp, squid, clam). Level of Care: The Spotted Puffer is a medium maintenance fish. Behavior: The Spotted Puffer may act semi-aggressively toward other fish. It is a venomous fish, the flesh is poisonous. Do not eat. If ingested seek immediate medical attention. Hardiness: This is a hardy fish. Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 - 1.025, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Temp. 72 - 78° F). Range: Hawaii. General Notes: The Spotted Puffer, is suitable for most fish only systems. It is known for being aggressive and may nip tankmates. A nocturnal hunter, Spotted Puffers like to eat invertebrates. It is important that it does this as it needs to keep it`s teeth worn down. The Spotted Puffer, when frightened or distressed may inflate 2x it`s original size. Forcing this animal to repeatedly puff can result in death due to stress. Do not expose it to air when it is puffing up as ingestion of air is often difficult to expel. Note: Due to variations among each species, livestock may not look identical to the image provided. Expect diversity since each animal is unique in color, texture and shape. Customer Reviews