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Blue Dot Puffer - Canthigaster epilamprus
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Blue Dot Puffer - Canthigaster epilamprusAlso known as: Lantern Goby
Maximum Size: the Canthigaster epilamprus grows up to 6 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 Blue Dot Puffer prefers a tank of at least 50 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim.
Diet: The Canthigaster epilamprus is a omnivore and likes to eat variety of chopped meats (fish, scallop, shrimp, squid, clam).
Level of Care: The Blue Dot Puffer is a medium maintenance fish.
Behavior: The Blue Dot 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: Fiji.
General Notes: The Blue Spot Puffer, often better known as the Blue Dot Toby or Sharp-nosed Puffer is suitable for most fish only systems. It is known for being aggressive and may nip tankmates. A nocturnal hunter, Blue Spot Puffers like to eat invertebrates. It is important that it does this as it needs t