Pea Puffer - Carinotetraodon travancoricus
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The Pea Puffer is a tiny yet highly charismatic freshwater puffer known for its bright golden coloration, emerald spotting, and bold personality. Despite its small size, it is energetic, curious, and best suited to species-specific setups.
Common Names: Pea Puffer, Dwarf Puffer, Pygmy Puffer
Scientific Name: Carinotetraodon travancoricus
Family: Tetraodontidae
Size: 1 inch
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Difficulty: Moderate
Native Region: Southwestern India (Kerala and Karnataka)
Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons for a small group
Temperature: 76–82°F
pH: 6.5–7.5
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Decor: Dense plants, mosses, caves, and hardscape to break line of sight
• Schooling fish: Keep singly or in groups of 3+ to spread aggression
• Tankmates: Best in a species-only tank; may nip fins of other fish
• Diet: Carnivorous – requires snails, bloodworms, brine shrimp, and other meaty foods
• Behavior: Extremely interactive, intelligent, and territorial; benefits from a heavily planted environment