Pea Puffer

Common Name: Pea Puffer / Dwarf Puffer
Scientific Name: Carinotetraodon travancoricus
Size: Up to 1 inch (2.5 cm)

The Pea Puffer is a small, feisty freshwater fish native to India, perfect for nano tanks. Known for their bright green-yellow color with dark spots and big personality, they are highly intelligent, active, and curious fish. Although small, Pea Puffers can be territorial, so they’re best kept alone or in species-only tanks with plenty of plants and hiding spots.

Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 74-82°F (23-28°C)
• pH: 6.5-7.5
• Hardness: 5-15 dGH

Diet:

• Carnivorous: Enjoys live and frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and snails.

Tank Requirements:

• Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallons for a single Pea Puffer
• Substrate: Fine sand or gravel
• Plants and Decor: Heavily planted with caves or driftwood for hiding
• Filtration: Moderate with gentle water flow

Behavior and Compatibility:

• Best kept alone or in species-specific tanks due to territorial behavior
• Great for planted nano tanks and perfect for aquarists looking for an interactive fish