Red Eyed Puffer - Carinotetraodon lorteti

Red Eyed Puffer
This snail-eating fish is a real character but may nip inappropriate tankmates. Males show more red markings than females
Overview
SynonymsCarinotetraodon chlupatyi, Monotreta tiranti, Tetraodon lorteti, T. somphongsi
DistributionCambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Maximum Size6cm
Temperature24-28°C
Water ParametersFreshwater. Soft, slightly acidic conditions are preferable. pH: 5.5-6.5, dH: up to 12 degrees.
CompatibilitySpecialist community
LightingDim
Sexual DimorphismMales often larger and able to erect dorsal and ventral ridges (the ventral ridge is red). Females tend to show a lacier pattern on the flanks.
FeedingFrozen and live foods