Dog Face Puffer

[Clownface]

Hello, any opinions on the Dog Face Puffer? What size tank is minimum? Are they territorial? Can they share a tank with a clownfish? Are they difficult to maintain? etc. etc.

 

[vetteguy53081]

Can be territorial and aggressive towards other puffers. They require rock to sharpen their clam-like teeth and a tank of at least 125 gallons as they grow to. 9+” in captivity

 

[Clownface]

Can be territorial and aggressive towards other puffers. They require rock to sharpen their clam-like teeth and a tank of at least 125 gallons as they grow to. 9+” in captivity

My tank is only a 36 gallon. I’ll just stick with the clownfish then.thanks much

 

[nereefpat]

My tank is only a 36 gallon. I’ll just stick with the clownfish then.thanks much

Good choice.

There are smaller puffers that might fit. Valantini and blue spotted only get about 4". Careful if it's a reef, however.

 

[S2G]

Valentini are nice little puffers.

 

[smlarson72]

I love my Valentini. Lot of personality in a little body!

 

[Cory]

They are very lovong personable fish. Mine had big teeth. They may need to be cut wuth clippers if they dont grind it.