Green Spotted Puffer

Green Spotted Puffer

Dichotomyctere nigroviridis

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Min Tank Size

53 gal

Max Size

6.7"

Temperature

75–82°F

pH Range

7.5–8.5

Lifespan

5-10 years

Diet

Carnivore

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Overview

The Green Spotted Puffer (Dichotomyctere nigroviridis) is a intermediate brackish species known for its green, black spots, white belly coloration. Needs increasingly brackish to saltwater. Mid.

Origin & Appearance

Origin: Southeast Asia.

Colors: Green, Black spots, White belly.

Body Shape: Globiform (round/inflatable). Typical adult dimensions: 17.0 x 7.7 x 9.4.

Sexual Dimorphism: Minimal.

Tank & Water Requirements

Min Tank Size53 gallons
Temperature7582°F
pH Range7.58.5
Water Hardness (GH)10-25
Bioloadmedium
Oxygen Demandmedium
Plant Safeyes
Aquarium PositionMid

Behavior & Activity

Active mid-level swimmer; curious explorer with rapid fin hovering; puffs up when stressed; interactive with owner

Speed: 30/100Aggression: 6/10diurnal

Breeding

Difficult; egg depositor

Common Diseases

💊 Ich💊 internal parasites

Expert Notes

Needs increasingly brackish to saltwater

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