Spiny Burr Puffer

About this fish

Spiny Burr Puffer is a saltwater puffer fish sold as Chilomycterus sp. It’s a curious, engaging aquarium fish that can make a great centerpiece for a compatible fish-only marine setup. In practical terms, it’s best matched with aquascapes that support its natural behavior and with feeding routines that help keep its teeth properly worn down.

Features:

• Curious, intelligent behavior—often learns to recognize its keeper
• Generally best in a fish-only (non-reef) saltwater aquarium
• Setup with live rock is recommended to provide natural structure and cover
• Diet focuses on hard-shelled foods to help keep teeth worn down
• Will eat crustaceans and snails, and may nip slow-moving fish
• Provide a quiet spot in the tank so it can settle after arrival
• Acclimate slowly to reduce stress during introduction to a new tank
• Do not attempt to make it inflate by lifting it from the water

Specifications:

• Scientific name: Chilomycterus sp. (Spiny Burr Puffer)
• Category: Triggers & Puffers (puffer fish)
• Water type: Saltwater
• Recommended system: Fish-only system (non-reef)
• Tank setup: Live rock recommended
• Diet: Hard-shelled foods such as clams, snails, and krill; also eats crustaceans and snails
• Temperament/compatibility: May nip slow fish
• Shipping/handling note: Never make the puffer inflate by lifting it from the water
• Arrival handling: Acclimate slowly and provide a quiet spot to settle