{"product_id":"spotted-congo-puffer-tetraodon-schoutedeni-5cm","title":"Spotted Congo Puffer (Tetraodon schoutedeni) 5cm","description":"\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Sent by Copilot: Certainly! The **Amazon Puffer** (*Colomesus asellus*) is a captivating freshwater fish native to the Amazon, Essequibo, and Orinoco basins in tropical South America. Here are some key details about this delightful species:\n\n- **Appearance**: Amazon Puffers are known for their distinctive puffed-up appearance and their ability to inflate their bodies as a defense mechanism.\n- **Size**: They are relatively small, growing up to 8 cm (approximately 3.1 inches).\n- **Habitat**: They inhabit shallow waters, often in sediment-laden whitewater rivers or streams.\n- **Behavior**: Amazon Puffers are curious, intelligent fish that recognize their owners. They stay active and enjoy exploring their environment.\n- **Tank Setup**: Best kept in a well-planted tank with hiding places and a temperature range of 72-82°F.\n- **Diet**: Feed them a varied diet including live, frozen, and dried foods.\n- **Tankmates**: Choose peaceful companions for a harmonious community.\n\nFeel free to explore more about these fascinating puffers! 🐟🌿 [^3^] [^4^] [^5^]\" aria-description=\"\" class=\"content user-select-text\" aria-level=\"6\" role=\"heading\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac-container ac-adaptiveCard has-image\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac-textBlock\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTetraodon schoutedeni\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong\u003eSpotted Congo Puffer\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a charismatic and relatively peaceful freshwater pufferfish native to the Congo Basin in Central Africa. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Species Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cem\u003eTetraodon schoutedeni\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spotted Congo Puffer, Leopard Pufferfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pool Malebo (formerly Stanley Pool), Congo River Basin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7–10 cm (2.8–4 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8–10 years in captivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e: Peaceful for a puffer; can be kept in groups with care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Habitat \u0026amp; Tank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: Minimum 30 gallons for a single; 55+ gallons for a group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 22–26°C (72–79°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Up to 20 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Soft sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquascaping\u003c\/strong\u003e: Caves, driftwood, rocks, and hardy plants; provide visual barriers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration\u003c\/strong\u003e: Strong filtration with high oxygenation; external canister preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Diet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e: Carnivorous micropredator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStaple Foods\u003c\/strong\u003e: Snails, earthworms, insect larvae, frozen\/live foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e: Feed a varied diet to maintain dental health and prevent overgrowth of beak-like teeth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Behavior \u0026amp; 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