The Porcupine Puffer is a charismatic and instantly recognizable marine fish, named for the long, sharp spines that cover its body. When threatened, it can inflate dramatically to deter predators, making it a fascinating aquarium inhabitant. With its large expressive eyes and curious personality, this puffer often forms strong bonds with its keeper. However, it grows quite large and requires a spacious aquarium with robust filtration to handle its heavy feeding habits.
Size: Typically grows up to 12–14 inches in length
Country of Origin: Indo-Pacific, Red Sea, Caribbean
Latin Name:Diodon holocanthus
Care Level: Moderate to Difficult – needs a large, well-maintained aquarium with plenty of swimming space and excellent water quality
Porcupine Puffers are carnivores with a strong beak-like jaw designed for crushing hard-shelled prey. Their diet should include meaty foods such as clams, shrimp, squid, and crabs to help keep their teeth from overgrowing. They are not considered reef-safe due to their tendency to eat crustaceans, snails, and other invertebrates.
The Porcupine Puffer is a charismatic and instantly recognizable marine fish, named for the long, sharp spines that cover its body. When threatened, it can inflate dramatically to deter predators, making it a fascinating aquarium inhabitant. With its large expressive eyes and curious personality, this puffer often forms strong bonds with its keeper. However, it grows quite large and requires a spacious aquarium with robust filtration to handle its heavy feeding habits.
Size: Typically grows up to 12–14 inches in length
Country of Origin: Indo-Pacific, Red Sea, Caribbean
Latin Name:Diodon holocanthus
Care Level: Moderate to Difficult – needs a large, well-maintained aquarium with plenty of swimming space and excellent water quality
Porcupine Puffers are carnivores with a strong beak-like jaw designed for crushing hard-shelled prey. Their diet should include meaty foods such as clams, shrimp, squid, and crabs to help keep their teeth from overgrowing. They are not considered reef-safe due to their tendency to eat crustaceans, snails, and other invertebrates.
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