Solandri Puffer (Canthigaster solandri)
Canthigaster solandri
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Min Tank
- 120 L
- Lifespan
- 5-10
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Semi-aggressive; will eat invertebrates including shrimp and snails; may nip at fin-heavy fish.
About
The Solandri Puffer (Canthigaster solandri) is a strikingly patterned toby with intricate blue spots and lines on a brownish body and a distinctively rounded head. It inhabits coral-rich reef environments and feeds on a variety of invertebrates and algae in the wild. A personable, hardy aquarium fish with an inquisitive personality, it should be kept in FOWLR or fish-only aquariums without delicate invertebrates.
Care Guide
Provide a well-established aquarium with live rock for shelter and territory. Feed a varied diet including frozen mysis, frozen brine, clams on the half shell, and quality marine pellets; hard foods like snail shells or crustacean pieces help wear down ever-growing teeth. Do not house with shrimp, clams, or ornamental snails — the Solandri will eat them. Safe with most robust marine fish.
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