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Spotted Congo Puffer - (Tetraodon schoutedeni)
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🐟 Spotted Congo Puffer – (Tetraodon schoutedeni) – Rare Freshwater African Puffer

The Spotted Congo Puffer (Tetraodon schoutedeni) is a rare, colorful, and personality-filled freshwater puffer from the Congo River Basin in Central Africa. Unlike many other puffers, this species is relatively peaceful when housed correctly and can even be kept in small groups if provided with enough space and hiding areas. Its golden-tan body covered with dark leopard-like spots and its curious, intelligent behavior make it a highly desirable oddball species for experienced aquarists.


🔎 Quick Facts – Spotted Congo Puffer (Tetraodon schoutedeni)

  • 📛 Common Names: Spotted Congo Puffer, Leopard Puffer
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Tetraodon schoutedeni
  • 🌍 Origin: Congo River Basin, Central Africa
  • 🎨 Appearance: Golden to light brown base with distinct dark spots and a rounded, compact body
  • 📏 Max Size: 3–4 inches (7.5–10 cm)
  • 💎 Rarity: Rare and highly sought after in the aquarium trade

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🐟 More peaceful than most puffers; can be kept singly or in carefully planned groups
  • 🧠 Highly intelligent and interactive with keepers
  • ⚠️ May nip slow-moving or long-finned tankmates
  • 🪵 Enjoys exploring plants, caves, and rockwork

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 20+ gallons for one, larger for groups
  • 🌿 Heavily planted tank with line-of-sight breaks and caves
  • 🪵 Provide driftwood, smooth rocks, and shaded hiding areas
  • 💡 Moderate lighting with low-stress zones
  • 🌊 Gentle to moderate current

💧 Water Parameters – Spotted Congo Puffer Care

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

🍽️ Diet – Carnivorous Freshwater Puffer

  • 🦐 Frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, and mysis shrimp
  • 🐌 Live snails to help keep teeth worn down
  • 🪱 Live or frozen blackworms and earthworms
  • 🦀 Pieces of shellfish such as shrimp or crab legs

📋 Spotted Congo Puffer Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Congo River Basin, Africa
📏 Max Size 3–4 inches
😇 Temperament Relatively peaceful for a puffer
🏠 Tank Size 20+ gallons (single)
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–80°F
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous – snails, worms, frozen foods
🎯 Ideal For Oddball aquariums, experienced keepers

✨ Highlight:

  • The Spotted Congo Puffer is one of the few freshwater puffers that can thrive in community-like settings with proper planning, offering vivid patterns, quirky behavior, and rare availability for dedicated aquarists.
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