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Spotted Sharp Nose Pufferfish

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It is golden brown on the back and sides (it is lighter on the ventrum) with numerous bright blue spots and lines. All sharpnose puffers may nip fins. Keep only one per tank.

 

Common Name(s): Spotted Sharp Nose Pufferfish,Whitespotted Toby Pufferfish, Whitespotted Puffer, Jactator Puffer
Scientific/Other Name(s) : Canthigaster jactator
Origin : Hawaii
Natural Habitat : Coral Reefs
Care Level : Medium
Density : sg 1.020-1.025
Temperature : 74-80 F
Maximum Size: 5"
Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons
Reef Safe:
Feeding Requirements: Omnivore - Preparations of meaty (including squid, krill, clams, and various shrimp) and vegetable foods
Temperament / Behavior: Semi_agressive
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