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Revision as of 22:06, 15 December 2017
Abei Puffer
Pao abei
95 Litres (25 US G.)
8.9-10.2cm (3.5-4 ")
Freshwater
6.0 - 7.8
23.3-26.7°C (74 -80 °F)
5-12 °d
1:1 M:F
8-10 years
Family
Tetraodontidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Abei Puffer, Abe's Puffer, Brown Spot Puffer
Additional scientific names
- Monotrete abei, Tetraodon abei
Origin
- Bangkok, and the Chao Phraya river system.
Sexing
- Requires close examination.
Tank compatibility
- Aggressive, keep one to a tank with no other tank mates.
Diet
- A molluscivore, using it's beak-like teeth to break open the shell of the prey. They are also opportunistic piscivores.
Feeding regime
- Daily.
Environment specifics
- Planted tank.
Behaviour
- An aggressive fish that is best not kept with any other tank mates. An intelligent and curious fish however. Most active at dawn and dusk and will hide away during the day or when the tank lights are on bright.
Identification
- An attractive species of puffer with numerous dark spots on a pale background. Can alter its colours when its stressed or hunting.
Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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