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Carinotetraodon travancoricus Vulnerable

Pea puffer, dwarf puffer

Stats

Family

Tetradontidae

Genus

Carinotetraodon

Size

2.54 cm

Nano speccies

Temperament

Semi-aggressive, Species-only

Will go after anything with long fins, generally does better in a species-only tank

Diet

Insectivore

Tank Size

37.85 L

Temperature

22.0 C - 28.0 C

Parameters

pH range: 7.5 - 8.3

Level

Mid

Other Information

This species does best with others of its species. A group of three or more is recommended, and requires high-quality food. They can be picky eaters.

Breeding

Spawning Method

Egg-scatterer

Spawn Size

10 fry

Breeding Season or Trigger

Good parameters, established tank

Fry Care

Locations