A great Longspined Porcupine Puffer!
Origin: East Americas

Size info:
Size XL: approx. 5.5 -7"

There once was a puffer named Longspine
Whose diet was quite divine
With sharp spines so long
It could fend off a throng
Of predators, a defense so fine!

But don't let its prickly exterior
Make you think it's just an inferior
Longspined Porcupine Puffer
Is a master of camouflaging buffer
And can even inflate like a balloon, superior!

So if you ever come across this fish
Just admire it from afar, no need to squish
For Longspined Porcupine Puffer
Is not just a defensive bluffer
But a fascinating creature, worth a dish!

Keeping Longspined Porcupine Puffer (Diodon holocanthus) in an Aquarium

The Longspined Porcupine Puffer, also known as the Burrfish, is a unique and fascinating fish that can be kept in a home aquarium under the right conditions.

Tank Requirements

These fish can grow up to 20 inches in length, so a large tank of at least 100 gallons is necessary to provide adequate swimming space. The tank should also have plenty of hiding places, such as rocks, caves, and plants, as these fish can be shy and like to have a place to retreat to.

Water Conditions

The water in the tank should be kept at a temperature between 72-78°F, with a pH level of 8.1-8.4. A salinity level of 1.020-1.025 is also recommended. These fish are sensitive to changes in water conditions, so regular water testing and maintenance is important.

Diet

The Longspined Porcupine Puffer is primarily a carnivorous fish and should be fed a diet of meaty foods such as shrimp, squid, and clams. They also have teeth that continuously grow, so it is important to provide them with hard-shelled foods such as crab legs or snails to help keep their teeth trimmed.

Coolest Stuff

• The Longspined Porcupine Puffer has the ability to inflate its body by taking in water or air, making it difficult for predators to swallow.
• They are covered in small spines that give them a porcupine-like appearance and provide protection from predators.
• These fish have a unique way of swimming, using their pectoral fins to move in short bursts rather than continuous swimming.
• They are known for their intelligence and can be trained to recognize their owners and even perform tricks.