Puffer – Whitespot

Whitespot Pufferfish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  100 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 50cm (1′ 8″)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 20 years

Scientific Name: Arothron Hispidus

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: No

Approx. Purchase Size:  3 – 4 inches

The whitespot pufferfish, scientific name Arothron Hispidus is a semi-aggressive fish. Their minimum tank size is 100 gallons. Whitespot pufferfish can grow up to 1’ 8” and can live up to 10 years. Whitespot pufferfish are carnivores and should be fed frozen foods such as mysis shrimp. They can also be given small chunks of raw seafood. Whitespot pufferfish should be kept singly as they will become territorial and fight with another whitespot puffer. Whitespot puffers can be kept with other pufferfish as long as there is adequate space and food. Whitespot 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. Whitespot 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.