Figure Eight Pufferfish

Care requirements

Care level: Intermediate – Advanced.

The listed lifespan is up to 8 years.

Water parameters

The temperature range for this fish is 22–26 °C. Compare it carefully with the aquarium target temperature instead of assuming every tropical community setup is suitable.

The pH range for this fish is 6.5–7.5. That points to slightly acidic to neutral water, but stability is more important than sudden corrections.

The GH range for this fish is 5–20 dGH. That gives some flexibility, but sudden changes are usually more stressful than a stable value that is slightly imperfect.

The KH range is 4–8 dKH. Use it as a general stability reference rather than a reason for aggressive adjustments.

Temperament and compatibility

Figure Eight Pufferfish needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data suggests space, boundaries, or similar-sized fish may matter.

Feeding

Use the diet value "Molluscivore" to choose foods that match the species rather than relying on a single generic staple.

Before adding this fish

• Choose other fish with overlapping temperature needs.
• Keep pH stable within the listed range instead of making sudden corrections.
• Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
• Offer a varied diet that matches this species.