Striped Puffer

Striped Puffer

Scientific Name Arothron manilensis
Identification Yellowish body with horizontal dark brown stripes. Medium-sized dogface puffer.
Maximum Length 12 inches
Origin Indo-Pacific
Minimum Tank Size 100 gallons
Reef Compatibility Not reef safe

Behavior

Personable and hardy; typical dogface puffer personality.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore. Feed shrimp, hard clam, crab, and meaty frozen foods.

Cautions

Will eat invertebrates. Not reef compatible.