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Christopher G.
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Feb 28, 2025
This is my second time ordering and I couldn't be more pleased with shipping and packing, jason was very communicative and helpful from the beginning of my order . Not only that he sent me a message a day after my puffer was delivered to see how it was doing , again I'm extremely pleased and can't wait to order again 😊
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Potato Puffer - (Tetraodon miurus)
Fish Details, Description and Information Below:

🐡 Potato Puffer – (Tetraodon miurus) – Ambush Predator Freshwater Puffer for Sale

The Potato Puffer (Tetraodon miurus), also known as the Congo Puffer, is a fascinating and unique freshwater pufferfish native to the Congo River Basin in Africa. Named for its chunky, potato-like body shape, this puffer is an ambush predator that often buries itself in sand with only its eyes exposed, waiting to strike unsuspecting prey.

With its ability to change colors to match its surroundings, the Potato Puffer is a master of camouflage. While its behavior is intriguing, it requires a specialized setup and diet, making it best suited for experienced puffer keepers.


🔎 Quick Facts – Potato Puffer (Tetraodon miurus)

  • 📛 Common Names: Potato Puffer, Congo Puffer
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Tetraodon miurus
  • 🌍 Origin: Congo River Basin, Africa
  • 🎨 Appearance: Stocky body, variable coloration (tan, brown, red, or orange) with mottled patterns
  • 📏 Max Size: 6–7 inches (15–18 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Occasionally available; mostly wild-caught

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚠️ Aggressive and highly predatory – will attack and eat tankmates
  • 🐟 Best kept alone in a species-only setup
  • 🪵 Known to bury in substrate for ambush hunting
  • 🧠 Intelligent and capable of learning feeding routines

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 30+ gallons for a single specimen
  • 🌿 Soft sand substrate for burrowing behavior
  • 🪵 Provide rocks, driftwood, and shaded hiding areas
  • 💡 Moderate lighting; subdued for comfort
  • 🌊 Gentle water flow to mimic natural habitat

💧 Water Parameters – Potato Puffer Care

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet – Carnivorous Predator

  • 🦐 Crustaceans (shrimp, crab legs, crayfish)
  • 🐌 Snails for beak maintenance
  • 🐟 Small feeder fish (quarantined)
  • 🪱 Earthworms, bloodworms, blackworms

📋 Potato Puffer Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Congo River Basin, Africa
📏 Max Size 6–7 inches (15–18 cm)
😇 Temperament Aggressive, predatory
🏠 Tank Size 30+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous – crustaceans, snails, fish, worms
🎯 Ideal For Experienced puffer keepers

✨ Highlight:

  • The Potato Puffer is one of the most unique freshwater puffers, combining camouflage mastery, ambush-hunting behavior, and a stocky, endearing shape—perfect for a specialized, species-only setup.
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