Spotted Toby
NameSpotted Toby
Scientific NameCanthigaster solandri
Common NamesSpotted Toby, Sharpnose Puffer, Solander's Puffer, Blue-spotted Puffer, False-eye Puffer
FamilyTetraodontidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
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, Hawkfish, Larger Angelfish
Description
The Spotted Toby is a vibrant marine pufferfish known for its distinctive orange body covered in bright blue spots and intricate blue lines around its eyes. This small, active fish is a popular choice for reef aquariums, though care must be taken as it may nip at corals and invertebrates. It is a curious and intelligent species that can recognize its owner.
