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About Compressed Toby
The Compressed Toby is a small pufferfish with a laterally compressed body, yellowish coloration with darker reticulated markings or spots. It has a blunt face and small pectoral fins, and can inflate itself as a defense mechanism when threatened.
Key facts
- Diet
- omnivore
- Family
- Tetraodontidae
- Reef safety
- Not Reef Safe
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
- Temperament
- Semi Aggressive
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
- Appearance
- The Compressed Toby is a small pufferfish with a laterally compressed body, yellowish coloration with darker reticulated markings or spots. It has a blunt face and small pectoral fins, and can inflate itself as a defense mechanism when threatened.
- Difficulty Level
- Moderately challenging for hobbyists. Canthigaster species are hardy but can be aggressive toward tankmates and may nip at invertebrates, making them unsuitable for most reef setups. They require stable water conditions and careful tank selection.
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 30 gallon tank • Temperature range 72–78°F • Salinity 1.023–1.025 SG • Provide shelter (rockwork, caves) and maintain strong water quality with regular partial water changes • Keep singly or in pairs only; highly aggressive toward other puffers and may harass peaceful fish • Not suitable for reef aquariums due to predation on invertebrates and corals
- Common Health Issues
- Ich, bacterial infections, intestinal parasites, aggression-related injuries in crowded tanks
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Feeding Schedule
- 1-2 times daily
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