Puffer – Valentini

Valentini Pufferfish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  40 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 10cm (4″)

Diet: Omnivore

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 10 years

Scientific Name: Canthigaster Valentini

Other Common Names: Saddle Pufferfish

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: No

Approx. Purchase Size: 1.5-2 inches

The valentini pufferfish, scientific name Canthigaster Valentini is a peaceful fish. Their minimum tank size is 40 gallons. Valentini pufferfish can grow up to 4” and can live up to 10 years. Valentini pufferfish are carnivores and should be fed frozen foods such as mysis shrimp. They can also be given small chunks of  meaty foods such as clams, shrimp, etc. Valentini pufferfish should be kept singly as they will become territorial and fight with another Valentini puffer, and likely other Canthigaster species. Valentini puffers can be kept with other pufferfish as long as there is adequate space and food. Valentini 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. Valentini pufferfish will be seen swimming through the tank and will stay close to rocks to sleep at night. Pufferfish become stressed if they are in a net so a small container when transferring is recommended if possible.Valentini pufferfish are also referred to as saddle pufferfish.