| Congo pufferfish | |
|---|---|
Least Concern (IUCN 3.1)[1] | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Tetraodontiformes |
| Family: | Tetraodontidae |
| Genus: | Tetraodon |
| Species: | |
| Binomial name | |
| Tetraodon miurus Boulenger, 1902 | |
Puffer fish poisoning has been reported to a great extent in many parts of the world, particularly in coastal areas. This poisoning has mostly been associated with the consumption of puffer fish from waters of the Indo-Pacific ocean regions. According to recent evidences, Pseudomonas spp. Have been considered as putative TTX producers in puffer fish and other TTX-harboring marine animals. Common Name: Puffer fish Scientific Name: Tetraodontidae / Tetraodon biocellatus Diet: Carnivore / Live foods prefer snails and shellfish Origin: Freshwaters of Southeast Asia Care: Intermediate Lifespan: 5 years Adult Size: up to 2 1/2 inches (6 centimeters) Temperament: Aggressive, best kept alone Tank Level: Mid, bottom dweller Water Type: Freshwater, brackish or salt Fresh.
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The Congo puffer or potato puffer (Tetraodon miurus) is a freshwaterpufferfish found in areas of the Congo River in Africa, including rapids.
The T.miurus populations in the wild are still healthy in suitable habitats and it is considered 'Least Concern' by the IUCN[1]
Tetraodon miurus can grow to an approximate length of 15 cm.[2]
They are inactive fishes, spending most of their time buried in sand or other substrate, with the ability to adapt their colouration to hide from potential prey. However, many colour variations are seen within the species, ranging from black to sandy to bright red. It will not change to blue, though, but if in a dark substrate will generally become darker in color.
Like all members of the genus Tetraodon, the Congo puffer is capable of inflating itself with water or air when stressed or otherwise frightened.
In captivity[edit]
Tetraodon miurus require a tank with at least 60cm in length, 40cm depth and 30cm tall.
It is important that the T.miurus is provided with a very soft, sand substrate - at least 5cm deep - so the fish is able to exhibit its natural wallowing behaviour. [3]
Diet[edit]
Tetraodon miurus is primarily a piscivore,feeding mostly on smaller fish and maybe small amphibians.In captivity it is recommended to feed them a diet of 30% frozen thawed, thiaminase free freshwater fish and 70% earthworms, cockroaches and small terrestrial isopods
References[edit]
- ^ abMoelants, T. (2010). 'Tetraodon miurus'. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2010: e.T181608A7688963. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2010-3.RLTS.T181608A7688963.en.
- ^'Tetraodon miurus'. FishBase.
- ^Tetraodon Miurus Caresheet Sykes, Macauley (2018). Pufferfish Enthusiasts Worldwide