Fish List

The Dragon Humpback Puffer is a unique and striking freshwater fish known for its distinctive humpbacked appearance and vibrant coloration. Native to the rivers of Southeast Asia, particularly around the Indonesian islands, this species can grow up to 12 inches (30 cm) in length, making it one of the larger pufferfish in the aquarium trade.
 

Dragon Humpback Puffers are characterized by their rounded bodies, large eyes, and a prominent hump on their back, which gives them a dragon-like look. Their coloration typically features a mix of greens, yellows, and browns, often adorned with intricate patterns. These fish are known for their intelligence and curious nature, making them captivating additions to aquariums.
 

They thrive in spacious tanks (at least 100 gallons) with plenty of hiding spots and swimming space. Dragon Humpback Puffers prefer warm, slightly brackish water, ideally between 75-82°F (24-28°C). As carnivores, their diet should consist of high-quality live or frozen foods, such as shrimp, snails, and fish.
 

With proper care, Dragon Humpback Puffers can live for up to 10 years. However, they can be territorial and may exhibit aggressive behavior, so it's important to carefully select tank mates or keep them in a species-specific setup. Their unique appearance and engaging personality make them a prized choice for experienced aquarium hobbyists.

The Fahaka Puffer (Tetraodon fahaka), also known as the Nile Puffer or Freshwater Puffer, is a striking and large freshwater fish known for its distinctive appearance and unique personality. Native to the rivers and lakes of Africa, particularly the Nile River Basin, this puffer can grow up to 12 inches (30 cm) in length, making it one of the larger species in the pufferfish family.
 

Fahaka Puffers are characterized by their rounded bodies, large eyes, and vibrant coloration, which can range from greenish-brown to yellow, often featuring darker patterns or spots. They are well-known for their curious and interactive behavior, making them popular among aquarium enthusiasts.
 

These puffers require a spacious tank (at least 100 gallons) with plenty of hiding spots and open swimming areas, as they are active swimmers. They thrive in warm, slightly brackish water conditions, typically between 75-82°F (24-28°C).
 

Fahaka Puffers are carnivorous and require a varied diet that includes live or frozen foods such as shrimp, snails, and fish. With proper care, they can live up to 10 years, providing an engaging and dynamic presence in a well-maintained aquarium. However, due to their territorial nature and potential for aggression, they are best kept in species-specific tanks or with carefully chosen tank mates.

The Mbu Puffer (Tetraodon mbu) is a fascinating and large freshwater fish known for its unique, rounded body and the ability to puff up as a defense mechanism. Native to the Congo River Basin in Central Africa, this species is characterized by its striking coloration, typically featuring a mix of green, yellow, and brown hues with distinctive patterns.
 

Mbu Puffers are popular among aquarium enthusiasts for their personality and intelligence, but they require a spacious tank (at least 100 gallons) due to their potential size, which can reach up to 12 inches (30 cm). They thrive in well-filtered, warm water, ideally between 75-80°F (24-27°C), and appreciate plenty of hiding spots and space to swim.
 

As carnivores, Mbu Puffers have a diet primarily consisting of live or frozen foods, such as shrimp, snails, and other meaty treats. Their unique shape and behavior make them a captivating addition to a species-specific tank or a carefully planned community setup with compatible tank mates. With proper care, Mbu Puffers can live up to 10 years, providing both beauty and intrigue in the aquarium.

The Pea Puffer (Carinotetraodon travancoricus), also known as the Dwarf Puffer, is a small, freshwater fish known for its vibrant coloration and playful personality. Native to the freshwater rivers and streams of India, particularly in Kerala, this species typically grows to about 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 4 cm), making it one of the smallest pufferfish available in the aquarium trade.

Pea Puffers are characterized by their round bodies, large eyes, and a variety of colors, often featuring shades of green, yellow, and brown with small spots. They are highly inquisitive and display interesting behaviors, making them popular among aquarium enthusiasts.
 

These puffers thrive in well-planted tanks with plenty of hiding spots and prefer slightly acidic to neutral water conditions, with temperatures between 75-82°F (24-28°C). While they can be kept in small groups, it's essential to monitor their interactions, as they can be territorial, especially during breeding.
 

Pea Puffers are carnivorous and require a diet rich in live or frozen foods, such as daphnia, bloodworms, and small snails. With proper care, they can live for 3-5 years, providing a lively and engaging presence in a freshwater aquarium.

The smallest known species of pufferfish and a true freshwater species, the Pea or Indian Dwarf Puffer is found in shallow, warm, slow-moving waters in Central and Southwestern India. With their small adult size, inquisitive nature, and interesting group dynamics, they are deservedly popular among nano aquarium keepers and they will do well in an aquascaped or planted tank. A social fish best kept in groups of 5 or more, like all puffers they may nip at the fins of other fish (especially slow moving or long finned species) so tankmates should be chosen with caution. With a preference for relatively soft, slightly acidic water they are a hardy and adaptable species that will generally do well in most aquariums. This species has been successfully bred in the aquarium.

Approximate purchase size: 0.3 – 0.5″