Tiger Puffer
NameTiger Puffer
Scientific NameTakifugu rubripes
Common NamesTiger Puffer, Japanese Puffer, Fugu
FamilyTetraodontidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Japan, Korea, China
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)28
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-75
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNone
Description
The Tiger Puffer is a large, highly toxic marine pufferfish known for its distinctive dark blotches and ability to inflate when threatened. It is a prized delicacy in Japan, despite the extreme danger of improper preparation due to its potent neurotoxins. These predatory fish require a specialized diet and a species-only tank environment.
