Natal Toby
NameNatal Toby
Scientific NameCanthigaster natalensis
Common NamesNatal Toby, Natal Puffer, Natal Sharpnose Puffer
FamilyTetraodontidae
OriginWestern Indian Ocean, South Africa, Mozambique, Madagascar
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Tangs, Robust Wrasses, Non-aggressive Triggerfish, Lionfish (in large tanks)
Description
The Natal Toby is a small, attractive pufferfish native to the Western Indian Ocean. It exhibits a brown body covered in numerous white spots and distinctive white to blue lines on its face. Like other puffers, it can inflate itself when threatened and is known for nipping at the fins of slower tankmates.
