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Amazon Puffer - (Colomesus asellus)
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🐟 Amazon Puffer — (Colomesus asellus)

The Amazon Puffer is a small, vibrant freshwater pufferfish native to the Amazon Basin. Known for its unique ability to inflate when threatened, this species is a fascinating and entertaining addition to medium-sized aquariums.


🌊 Tank Setup

  • 🏠 Tank Size: Minimum 30 gallons with open swimming space and dense plants for hiding.
  • 🌿 Provide soft substrate and gentle filtration.

🍽️ Diet

  • 🍽️ Carnivore — feeds on snails, crustaceans, frozen or live bloodworms, and mollusks.

⚖️ Temperament

  • 🐠 Semi-aggressive — may nip fins of slow or long-finned tankmates; best kept with robust fish.

🧠 Behavior & Care

  • 🧪 Water temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C), pH 6.0–7.5.
  • 📏 Grows up to about 3 inches (7.5 cm) in length.
  • 🌟 Known for curious behavior and excellent predator skills within the tank.

📋 At a glance

🔖 Scientific Name Colomesus asellus
🐟 Common Name Amazon Puffer
🌎 Origin Amazon Basin, South America
📏 Size Up to 3" (7.5 cm)
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
💧 pH Range 6.0–7.5
🐟 Temperament Semi-aggressive
🏠 Tank Size 30+ gallons
🍽️ Diet Carnivore
🎯 Experience Intermediate

💡 The Amazon Puffer is a unique and playful species that requires specialized care and diet but rewards its keeper with entertaining behavior and striking looks.

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