Stars & Stripes Puffer

The Stars & Stripes Puffer is an exquisite puffer that requires only a little imagination to understand why it got its popular name. The upper portion of the Stars and Stripes Puffer is adorned with white spots that appear at a distance to be stars on the greenish tan body coloration. The lower part of the body is covered with horizontal stripes which complete the stripes and stars ensemble. The typical feature for Arothron puffers is that the bottom of pectoral fins is darker in hue. The Stars & Stripes Puffer is sure to make an endearing addition for puffer enthusiasts or anyone wanting personality in their larger, fish-only, or fish-only-with-live-rock marine aquarium. The members of the Genus Arothron which includes the Stars and Stripes Puffer are often referred to as "Fat Puffers" or "Dogface Puffers" and illustrate the typical puffer shape. Although they lack pelvic fins and the body's hydrodynamic shape puffers are highly maneuverable and are strong and dependable predators. Similar to the majority of "Fat Puffers," the Stars and Stripes Puffer has an exceptional level in "intelligence" in addition to "personality" and can instantly recognize their owners. Wild, the star and Stripes Puffer is found in a variety of habitats such as Mangrove swamps, sea grass beds, and reef flats. The ideal configuration is an aquarium that is established, 180 gallons or greater with a good filter and an skimmer that is protein-rich. Aquascape extensively with live rock and other substances to create a lush environment with nooks and crannies overhangs, and caves all with the ability to access large open spaces. Place your fish in a home that is similar to their dimensions and temperament, and be mindful that Stars & Stripes Puffer will devour invertebrates that are found inside the aquarium, using its beak-like teeth to break open the prey. A diet for the star and Stripes Puffer should consist of diverse meaty dishes like krill, squid the clams, and hard-shelled shrimp to aid in the wear and tear of the ever-growing teeth. Approximate Size of Purchase: Small: 1-1/2" to 2-3/4"; Medium: 3-1/4" to 4-1/4"; Medium/Large: 4-1/4" to 5-1/4"; Large: 5-1/4" to 6-1/4"; XLarge: 6-1/4" to 7-1/4"; XXLarge: 7-1/4" to 8-1/4"