Dwarf Puffer (Carinotetraodon travancoricus)

[Domboski]

Does anyone have experience or currently keeps Dwarf Puffers (Carinotetraodon travancoricus)? I have two males that have been in my care for quite some time. I feed them live tubifex worms, blackworms and snails.

I haven't had luck getting them on frozen foods and was wondering if anyone has? If so, got any helpful tips?

 

[Dr.Tran]

They need some movement in it. So u can dangle it until they go for it. They are picky eaters but just keep trying, hunger will eventually convince them.

 

[Domboski]

Thanks. They swim away if I put anything in the water as far as a feeding stick. I'll stick with the worms. They seem to like hunting them anyway.

 

[Awibrandy]

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Carinotetraodon travancoricus

Common Names: Dwarf Puffer
Malabar Puffer
Pea PufferSynonyms: Monotreta travancoricus
Tetraodon travancoricusFamily: TetraodontidaeCategory: Other_Freshwater_SpeciesDistribution: Asia; India.Main Ecosystem: River; RiverTemperament: Aggressive; This species, although small, is agressive and an avid fin-nipper. Diet: Carnivore; Carnivore Care: This species is a full freshwater fish and will not be as healthy in brackish waters. It will readily eat brine shrimp, small snails, and frozen and live blood worms, mosquito larvae, and small tubifex worms. All puffers should be fed shelled food once a week to keep the growth of their teeth under control.
pH: 7.0 - 8.5Temperature: 22C - 28C (72F - 82F) Hardness: Potential Size: Male: 4cm (1.4")
Female: 4cm (1.4") Water Region: Middle Bottom; Middle-BottomActivity: Diurnal; DiurnalGender: Males have a brown stripe on their abdomen. Females have a rounder body shape.
Breeding: Raise temperature to 30 degrees, add some thin leaved plants, and hope.
Variants: Comments: This species prefers slow moving waters and does not require a large tank. It should not be kept with any species with long flowing fins such as bettas or male guppies. Does best in a heavily planted and decorated species tank. If keeping more than one, they do best with at least two females per male.
Main Colours: Yellow, Black, WhiteMarkings: Spots LargeMouth: NormalTail: Flat

 

[Domboski]

Thanks Awi! :hug: I'm familiar with their basic care. I'm hoping to find some tips on different foods such as frozen or even a pellet mix.

 

[georgelc86]

Dom where are you getting your blackworms from.

 

[Domboski]

Hi George,

My FW tank is in my NJ office. I get my worms from Animals n' Things.