Blue Spotted toby puffer

About this fish

Blue Spotted toby puffer is a saltwater pufferfish sold as Canthigaster janthinoptera, a lively, inquisitive fish for the home aquarium. Use it as a centerpiece species in a fish-only setup (typically with live rock) where its curious behavior and feeding response can be enjoyed. Because puffers have strong dentition, the right diet helps keep their teeth naturally worn down.

Features:

• Curious and intelligent—often learns to recognize its keeper over time
• Best suited to a fish-only system with live rock for a natural feel and foraging opportunities
• Feeds best on hard-shelled foods that help wear down its teeth (such as clams and snails)
• Will also eat crustaceans and may nip at slow-moving fish
• Provide a quiet settling spot when it arrives to reduce stress
• Acclimate slowly and avoid sudden handling that can trigger ballooning behavior—do not inflate it by lifting it from the water

Specifications:

• Scientific name: Canthigaster janthinoptera
• Group: Puffers (Triggers & Puffers category)
• Recommended tank style: Fish-only aquarium with live rock
• Diet: Hard-shelled foods such as clams, snails and krill (also eats crustaceans and snails)