Red Congo Puffer Fish (Tetraodon miurus) Datnoid But its also a favorite

But its also a favorite because it is extremely attractive

When netting

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one must be very careful of the spines on the pectoral fins which have serrated edges

A shoaling fish

Red Congo Puffer Fish (Tetraodon miurus) Datnoid But its also a favoriteThis is a red variant of the Congo Puffer. The Congo puffer or potato puffer is a freshwater pufferfish found in areas of the Congo River in Africa. This is a freshwater puffer and does not require the addition of salt to its tank. What is essential, is the provision of a deep (2 3) bed of sand as substrate. This will allow the fish to exhibit its natural behavior. (Hiding in the sand) Provide additional cover in the form of smooth rocks