Avacado Pufferfish

Auriglobus modestus

Avacado Pufferfish is a all-zone swimmer. Solitary housing is permitted; group housing needs additional context.

AggressiveAll-zone swimmerSolitary housing is permitted; group housing needs additional contextIntermediate – Advanced

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Quick facts

Adult size: ≤ 3.9" (≤ 10 cm)
Aquarium size: 106 US gal (400 L) or larger / ≥ 59.1" (≥ 150 cm) minimum length
Care level: Intermediate – Advanced
Temperament: Aggressive
Swimming zone: All-zone swimmer
Temperature: 73–82°F (23–28°C)
pH: 6.5–7.5
GH: 5–20 dGH
Diet: Omnivore
Lifespan: up to 10 years
Group behavior: Solitary housing is permitted; group housing needs additional context

Care requirements

Care level: Intermediate – Advanced.

Lifespan: up to 10 years.

Aquarium size and space needs

Minimum aquarium size: 106 US gal (400 L) or larger / ≥ 59.1" (≥ 150 cm) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.

Water parameters

Suitable water: temperature 23–28 °C, pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–20 dGH.

Temperament and compatibility

Avacado Pufferfish is aggressive and needs carefully selected companions.

Shrimp safe: No
Snail safe: No
Community safe: No

Swimming zone and behavior

This fish uses multiple areas of the aquarium, so leave enough open swimming space for movement and feeding.

Feeding

As an omnivore, Avacado Pufferfish should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.

Offer varied live and frozen invertebrates; individual aggression varies and troublesome fish may require solitary housing.

Before adding this fish

Plan for an aquarium of 106 US gal (400 L) or larger / ≥ 59.1" (≥ 150 cm) minimum length.
Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
Solitary housing is permitted; group housing needs additional context.
Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.

Natural habitat and origin

Origin: Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia.

Important notes

"Avacado" is a misspelling of Avocado; Bronze/Golden Puffer common names overlap species.
Severely predatory/fin-nipping; prefer single-species setup.

Similar fish profiles

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FAQ

How large does Avacado Pufferfish get?

Avacado Pufferfish reaches ≤ 3.9" (≤ 10 cm).

What aquarium size does Avacado Pufferfish need?

Use an aquarium of at least 106 US gal (400 L) or larger / ≥ 59.1" (≥ 150 cm) minimum length.

Is Avacado Pufferfish peaceful?

Avacado Pufferfish should be planned cautiously with compatible fish only, because aggressive behavior can limit companion options.

What temperature is suitable for Avacado Pufferfish?

Keep it between 23 to 28 °C.

Should Avacado Pufferfish be kept alone or in a group?

Avacado Pufferfish: Solitary housing is permitted; group housing needs additional context.