Puffer – Dogface

Dogface Pufferfish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  100 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 32.5cm (1′1″)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 10 years

Scientific Name: Arothron Nigropunctatus

Other Common Names: Arothron Dogface puffer, Blackspotted puffer

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: No

Approx. Purchase Size:  3-5 inches

The dogface pufferfish, scientific name Arothron Nigropunctatus is a semi-aggressive fish. Their minimum tank size is 100 gallons. Dogface pufferfish can grow up to 1’ 1” and can live up to 10 years. Dogface pufferfish never grow to full size in captivity. Dogface pufferfish are carnivores and should be fed frozen foods such as mysis shrimp. They can also be given small chunks of raw seafood. Dogface pufferfish should be kept singly as they will become territorial and fight with another dogface puffer. Dogface puffers can be kept with other pufferfish as long as there is adequate space and food. Dogface puffers will not bother coral, but they will prey upon many types of inverts such as snails, crab, and shrimp. Pufferfish are best suited for FOWLR tanks. Dogface pufferfish will be seen swimming through the tank and will stay close to rocks to sleep at night. Dogface puffers are also referred to as arothron dogface pufferfish or the black spotted pufferfish. Pufferfish become stressed if they are in a net so a small container when transferring is recommended if possible.