Stars & Stripes Puffer (Arothron hispidus)
Fish in the family Tetraodontidae. Expert care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Brown to olive body covered in dark spots and longitudinal stripes, with white or pale belly and distinctive white-rimmed blue eyes. Body stocky and rounded, capable of inflating when stressed or threatened.
Difficulty and care for the Stars & Stripes Puffer
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region from East Africa and the Red Sea through Southeast Asia to Australia and the Great Barrier Reef.
Log Stars & Stripes Puffer in your reef tank
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