Green Spotted Puffer

Tetraodon nigroviridis, or the spotted puffer, leopard puffer as it’s also called, is a unique fish. Its back has saturated green color that contrasts beautifully against its white abdomen. The green spotted puffer, like most puffers, has some personality – at least it recognizes its owner and becomes very active. As long as there is some salt present in the water these are very easy pet fish to keep. The puffer will eat snails and can be a bit nippy.

Quick Facts

Care Guide

Tank setup: These puffers live in fresh water when young but do best in slightly salty (brackish) water as they mature. Give them rocks, plants and good filtration.

Feeding: Puffers need meaty foods and usually won't eat flake. Feed frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp once a day. They also enjoy small snails, which help keep their teeth trimmed.

Tankmates: Puffers nip fins and are best kept alone or with their own kind.

Good to know: Green spotted puffers are full of personality and often recognize their owners.