Smooth Golden Puffer
NameSmooth Golden Puffer
Scientific NameLagocephalus inermis
Common NamesSmooth Puffer, Smooth-backed Puffer, Smooth Golden Puffer
FamilyTetraodontidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Japan, Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Description
The Smooth Golden Puffer is a large, torpedo-shaped marine pufferfish characterized by its smooth skin and lack of prominent spines. It is a predatory species found throughout the Indo-Pacific, feeding on various invertebrates. Due to its significant size and aggressive nature, it requires a very large aquarium and is best kept in a species-only setup.
