Blue Boxfish (Female) Med

About this fish

Blue Boxfish (Female) Med is a saltwater trigger-and-puffer–group aquarium fish sold as Ostracion meleagris. In a home reef setup, this boxfish is best used as a single, eye-catching centerpiece species—an unusual option for aquarists who want a hardy, distinct-looking fish and are prepared to maintain a stable, calm tank environment.

Features:

• Unusual reef-dwelling behavior and appearance that makes it stand out in the aquarium.
• Can release a toxin into the water if stressed or dying, so it requires a large, stable system and careful handling.
• Generally suited to calmer tankmates; avoid constant aggression and disruptive feeding competition.
• Best kept with an established (mature, stable) tank rather than a newly set up aquarium.
• A varied diet of quality frozen foods helps support long-term feeding habits.
• Give it a quiet spot after arrival and acclimate slowly to reduce stress.

Specifications:

• Verified scientific name: Ostracion meleagris
• Care level (general guidance): Intermediate; requires large, stable conditions and careful stress management
• Temperament (general guidance): Typically best kept with calm, non-competitive tankmates
• Diet (general guidance): Varied frozen foods
• Adult size (general guidance): Can reach roughly 12 in / 30 cm
• Recommended tank maturity: Add to a mature, stable system
• Transport/stress warning: May release a toxin if stressed or dying