Avocado Puffer, also known as the Palembang Puffer (Pao palembangensis), is a unique and intriguing freshwater pufferfish species. They are popular among aquarists for their distinctive appearance and interesting behaviors. Here’s detailed information about the Avocado Puffer:<\/p>\n
The Avocado Puffer has a mottled green, brown, and yellow body with a somewhat rough texture. The patterning and colors resemble the skin of an avocado, hence the name.<\/p>\n
They have a typical pufferfish body shape, which is oval and somewhat elongated, with large eyes and a small mouth.<\/p>\n
Adults typically reach about 4-6 inches in length.A minimum of a 30-gallon tank is recommended for a single Avocado Puffer. Larger tanks are needed if you plan to keep more than one, though keeping multiple puffers together can be challenging due to their territorial nature.<\/p>\n
They prefer slightly alkaline water with a pH of 7.5-8.5 and a temperature range of 75-82\u00b0F (24-28\u00b0C). Clean, well-filtered water is crucial for their health.<\/p>\n
Avocado Puffers are carnivorous and require a diet of hard-shelled foods to help wear down their continuously growing teeth. Suitable foods include snails, shrimp, crabs, and other crustaceans.<\/p>\n
They can be aggressive and territorial, especially towards other puffers. It’s often best to keep them alone or with very carefully chosen tank mates.<\/p>\n
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