Whitebelly Toby
NameWhitebelly Toby
Scientific NameCanthigaster janthinoptera
Common NamesWhitebelly Toby, Spotted Toby, Honeycomb Toby
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 SpeciesLarger Angelfish, Tangs, Wrasses, Hawkfish, Lionfish
Description
The Whitebelly Toby is a small, colorful pufferfish characterized by its spotted body and distinct white belly. It is an active swimmer that requires a varied diet of meaty foods and algae, along with excellent water quality in a well-established marine aquarium. While generally peaceful with larger tankmates, it can be aggressive towards smaller fish or invertebrates.
