Avocado Puffer

Avocado Puffer

(Auriglobus modestus)

Compact freshwater puffer with a distinctive olive-green "avocado" coloration, bright eyes, and tons of personality. Unlike many larger puffers, this species stays relatively small but remains intelligent, interactive, and constantly aware of its surroundings. Known for investigating everything in the aquarium and quickly recognizing feeding time.

Max Size:
~4"

Minimum Aquarium Size:
20 gallons

Diet:
Snails, bloodworms, blackworms, shrimp, frozen meaty foods