Whitespotted Puffer

Whitespotted Puffer

Scientific Name Arothron hispidus (white-spot variant) or Canthigaster jactator
Identification Light gray body with a constellation of small white spots.
Maximum Length 4 inches
Origin Pacific Ocean
Minimum Tank Size 30 gallons
Reef Compatibility Not reef safe

Behavior

Active and curious; a smaller toby-type puffer suitable for mid-sized FOWLR.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore. Feed mysis, frozen shrimp, and small meaty foods.

Cautions

Will eat ornamental invertebrates and may nip at corals.