Figure 8 Puffer
Dichotomyctere ocellatus
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pH
7.5–8.5
Temperature
24–28 °C
Max size
8 cm
Min tank
90 L
Where to buy
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Avg. price
R215
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
A patterned brackish puffer that does best in low-end brackish water rather than pure fresh, despite how it is usually sold. Needs hard-shelled food to keep its beak in check.
Care guide
Keeping Figure 8 Puffer healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
A minimum 90L aquarium suits Figure 8 Puffer. Match décor to its natural habitat: planting, rockwork or open swimming room as needed.
Water parameters
Keep pH 7.5–8.5 and 24–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers; acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Carnivore — snails, shellfish, frozen. Feed small amounts it clears in a couple of minutes, and vary the diet.
Behaviour
Characterful, can be nippy. Watch it at feeding time and at lights-out to see its real temperament in your tank.
Tankmates
Choose tankmates of similar size and temperament with the same water needs. Avoid fin-nippers and anything large enough to eat it.
Breeding
Breeding success with Figure 8 Puffer depends on the line and water chemistry; ask your shop about proven pairs.
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SA price range this month: R215–225 · Average: R224
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