Green Spotted Puffer (Dichotomyctere nigroviridis)
Fish in the family Tetraodontidae. Moderate care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Small, globular pufferfish with yellowish-green to greenish-brown coloration on the dorsal surface and white to pale yellow ventrum. Characteristic bright green or blue-green spots cover the body, and three black spots are present along the midline. The eyes are positioned high on the head, and the fish can inflate when threatened.
Difficulty and care for the Green Spotted Puffer
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Origin and habitat
Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia in brackish and freshwater estuaries.
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