Eyespot Puffer
NameEyespot Puffer
Scientific NameTetraodon cutcutia
Common NamesEyespot Puffer, Ocellated Puffer, Target Puffer
FamilyTetraodontidae
OriginSouth Asia, Southeast Asia, India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.5-7.5
Description
The Eyespot Puffer is a small, freshwater pufferfish recognized by its intricate yellow-green labyrinthine patterns and prominent black ocelli (eyespots). Native to various river systems in South and Southeast Asia, this species is highly intelligent but also very aggressive. It is best kept in a species-only aquarium due to its tendency to nip fins and attack other fish.
