Spotted Sharpnose Puffer
NameSpotted Sharpnose Puffer
Scientific NameCanthigaster solandri
Common NamesSpotted Sharpnose Puffer, Sharpnose Puffer, Solander's Puffer, Blue-spotted Puffer, False-eye Puffer
FamilyTetraodontidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, Hawaii
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 SpeciesTangs, Larger Wrasses, Lionfish, Angelfish (larger species), Triggerfish (smaller, less aggressive species)
Description
The Spotted Sharpnose Puffer is a small, distinctive saltwater pufferfish recognized by its brown body covered in numerous white or light blue spots. It has a pointed snout and can inflate itself when stressed or threatened. While generally peaceful with larger tankmates, it can be semi-aggressive towards smaller or similar-looking fish.
