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Dogface Puffer fish get their name from their facial resemblance to dogs. The Dog Face Puffer changes its color through out its life, going from gray around the mouth and dorsal fins to changing into a more yellowish color. Dog Face Puffer fish get up to a foot in length, and should be kept in an aquarium of at least 100 gallons in size. The Dog Face Puffer fish is a carnivore and should be fed a diet of krill, squid, shrimp, and clams for best health.
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Size: 1 Foot, 1 Inch
Feeding: Carnivore, should be fed krill, squid, clams, and shrimp
Aquarium: Saltwater aquarium, cannot be kept in a reef aquarium
Minimum Tank Size: 100 gallons
Behavior: Semi-Aggressive
Care: Moderate care level.
Compatibility: Should be kept in a fish only carnivorous aquarium.
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