Spotted Congo puffer

Tetraodon schoutedeni

Separate dark spots on gold-brown flanks; relative calm still varies by individual

Distinct round dark spots cover a golden to light-brown body with a paler underside and tapering tail base.

Adult length: Up to 9 cm
Water temperature: 26–27.5 °C
pH: 6.5–7.5
Hardness: 4–10 dGH

Natural habitat: Inhabits large freshwater rivers.

Relatively peaceful among puffers, but individuals vary.

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Appearance and identification

A freshwater Congo species. Separate spots contrast with the long lateral stripes of the Fahaka. “Leopard” is an ambiguous trade label.

Space requirements

Provide mature filtration, clean oxygenated water, gentle to moderate flow, roots, plants and retreats. Allow a 120 × 45 cm base and 50 cm depth for six fish.

Diet and feeding

Maintain access to appropriately sized soft-shelled snails with varied suitable invertebrate live or frozen foods. Observe the beak and feeding ability; do not switch to soft meat alone once tank snails disappear.

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Spotted Congo puffer

Appearance and identification

Space requirements

Diet and feeding

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