Quick tropical aquarium fish statistics and photos for the Figure 8 puffer, Tetraodon biocellatus (Tetraodon steindachneri)

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puffer

Family:	TETRAODONTIDAE
Species:	Tetraodon biocellatus (Tetraodon steindachneri)
Common Name:	Figure 8 puffer
Size:	Up to 3+ inches. (8cm)
Habitat:	Southeast Asia
Diet:	Omnivorous, prefers live food, Mollusks and crustaceans.
Behavior:	Territorial, nippy, antagonistic to other fish.
Water:	pH high alkalinity best, dH to 12º, temperature range of 72 to 79°F (22-26ºC).
Care:	Calcareous substrate, high water quality, current, visually complex setup.
Communities:	No
Suitability:	Not for the novice.
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