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Dwarf Puffer

Item: PSI00637
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SKU: 22600031
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Product Description

Dwarf Puffers are one of the more unique aquarium pets and are one of the few true freshwater varieties often available in the hobby. They make excellent aquatic pets and have a lot of personality. Their inquisitive behavior and active nature makes them one of the more popular oddball fish to keep. Dwarf puffer fish stay under two inches and are generally non aggressive towards each other in the right size environment. Although they are small in stature, they have a beak like mouth that can easily damage other fish. It is recommended that they are kept in a species only tank in groups.

  • Life expectancy is 4 to 5 years.
  • Max size is 1.5 inches

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Feeding Instructions

Feed a variety of frozen and live foods daily.

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Habitat and Care


Product Description

Dwarf Puffers are one of the more unique aquarium pets and are one of the few true freshwater varieties often available in the hobby. They make excellent aquatic pets and have a lot of personality. Their inquisitive behavior and active nature makes them one of the more popular oddball fish to keep. Dwarf puffer fish stay under two inches and are generally non aggressive towards each other in the right size environment. Although they are small in stature, they have a beak like mouth that can easily damage other fish. It is recommended that they are kept in a species only tank in groups.

  • Life expectancy is 4 to 5 years.
  • Max size is 1.5 inches

Learn more about caring for fish

Feeding Instructions

Feed a variety of frozen and live foods daily.

Habitat and Care

  • Tank requirements: filtered 10 gallon tank
  • Owner experience level = Beginner to intermediate
  • Introduction to tank: Add to a well established tank. 
  • Décor: Variety of décor including live plants
  • Water conditions: Slightly acidic to neutral to alkaline
  • Cleaning: 25% of the aquarium water should be vacuumed and replaced each week
  • Additional information: Use conditioner for tap water
  • Food: Variety of food including live and frozen food as a staple
  • Reviews

    Rated 5 out of 5 by from I LOVE IT!! cute tiny perfect for 3 gallon plus it is so nice to other fish they can even get rid of baby snails!!!
    Date published: 2023-03-01
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