Grey-spotted Puffer
NameGrey-spotted Puffer
Scientific NameTetraodon fluviatilis
Common NamesGrey-spotted Puffer, Green Puffer, Speckled Puffer, Freshwater Puffer, Estuarine Puffer
FamilyTetraodontidae
OriginSouth Asia, Southeast Asia, India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesRobust brackish mollies, Brackish gobies
Description
The Grey-spotted Puffer, scientifically known as Tetraodon fluviatilis, is a distinctive puffer fish characterized by its greenish-brown body adorned with dark blotches and numerous white spots. Native to the brackish waters of South and Southeast Asia, this species is known for its intelligent yet often aggressive nature. It requires a specialized diet of hard-shelled foods and specific brackish water parameters, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced aquarists.
