Compressed Toby (Canthigaster compressa)
Fish in the family Tetraodontidae. Moderate care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Compressed Toby is a small pufferfish with a laterally compressed body, yellowish coloration with darker reticulated markings or spots. It has a blunt face and small pectoral fins, and can inflate itself as a defense mechanism when threatened.
Diet and feeding
Feed a varied diet of small frozen foods (mysis shrimp, brine shrimp) and small pellets. Offer some vegetable matter. Live foods can encourage natural feeding behavior.
Difficulty and care for the Compressed Toby
Moderately challenging for hobbyists. Canthigaster species are hardy but can be aggressive toward tankmates and may nip at invertebrates, making them unsuitable for most reef setups. They require stable water conditions and careful tank selection.
Common health issues
Ich, bacterial infections, intestinal parasites, aggression-related injuries in crowded tanks
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea and East Africa through Southeast Asia to the central Pacific, including Hawaii and other reef systems.
Log Compressed Toby in your reef tank
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