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Duboisi Puffer/Malebo Puffer - (Tetraodon duboisi)
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🐡 Duboisi Puffer / Malebo Puffer (Tetraodon duboisi)

Known as the rarest freshwater puffer in the world, the Duboisi Puffer, also called the Malebo Puffer, is a small, secretive species native to Central Africa’s Malebo Pool. Its elusive nature and rarity make it a prized catch for advanced aquarists. The Cross River Puffer ranks as the second rarest.


🔍 Quick Facts

  • 🆔 Common Names: Duboisi Puffer, Malebo Puffer
  • 🧬 Scientific Name: Tetraodon duboisi
  • 🧬 Family: Tetraodontidae (Puffers)
  • 🌎 Origin: Malebo Pool, Congo River Basin, Central Africa
  • 📏 Max Size: Up to 8 cm (3.1 inches)

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

  • 🕊️ Shy and reclusive
  • ⚡ Can be territorial but generally peaceful in large tanks
  • 🐠 Prefers heavily planted tanks with plenty of hiding spots

🏡 Tank Requirements

  • 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons or larger
  • 🪴 Provide dense plants, driftwood, and caves
  • 🏖️ Soft substrate preferred
  • 💨 Gentle water flow with high water quality

Water Parameters:

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–80°F (24–27°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Soft to moderately hard water

📊 Overview Table

🏷️ Feature 📋 Details
🆔 Common Names Duboisi Puffer, Malebo Puffer
🧬 Scientific Name Tetraodon duboisi
🌍 Origin Malebo Pool, Congo River Basin
📏 Max Size Up to 8 cm (3.1 inches)
🕊️ Temperament Shy, territorial
🛁 Tank Size 30 gallons or more
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–80°F (24–27°C)
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous, snails, crustaceans, sinking pellets
🐠 Ideal For Species tanks, advanced hobbyists

📝 Snippet

The Duboisi Puffer (Tetraodon duboisi) is the rarest freshwater puffer globally, native to Central Africa’s Malebo Pool. Its shy nature and specific care needs make it a prized fish for experienced aquarists. The Cross River Puffer holds the second spot in rarity.

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