Pea Puffer Carinotetraodon travancoricus Single
Carinotetraodon travancoricus
Origin: Kerala, India
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 3.5 cm
- Min Tank
- 20 L
- Lifespan
- 4-5
- Swimming Level
- Mid
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- Carnivore – snails, bloodworm, brine shrimp
- Temperament
- Territorial; may fin-nip; can be aggressive toward conspecifics
About
Carinotetraodon travancoricus, the Pea Puffer or Dwarf Puffer, is the world's smallest fully freshwater puffer fish. At only 2.5 cm, it is packed with personality — highly intelligent and interactive with its keeper. Native to Kerala, India. A snail and pest-control expert that actively hunts in planted tanks. Sold individually.
Care Guide
Keep alone or in species tanks with good female-to-male ratio. At least 20 L per fish. Feed live or frozen snails, bloodworm, brine shrimp. May nip fins of slow-moving fish. Requires pristine water quality. Provide lots of plants and hiding spots to reduce aggression between individuals. Do not keep with guppies or bettas.
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