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SALT WATER
- Vertebrate - Puffers
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Atlantic Toby Canthigaster rostrata
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Atlantic Toby (Canthigaster rostrata)
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| Aliases: Atlantic Sharpnose Puffer |
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Family: Canthigaster
Maximum Size: 4.3 inches
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Stamina: Moderately Hardy
Activity: Day / Diurnal
Tank Area Preference:
Entire Tank
Captive Breeding: Unreported
Sexual Differences: None Specified
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Tobies or Sharpnose Puffers are of the family Canthigaster. They are similar to larger puffers in behavior, however they come in a much smaller package. They do in fact "puff" up larger, but it is not as dramatic as a typical larger puffer would. Generally Tobies do not get along well with other Tobies unless its a mated pair. They are also known for fin nipping, so choose your tankmates wisely. |
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The Atlantic Toby (Canthigaster rostrata) is sometimes called an Atlantic Sharpnose Puffer. It belongs to the family named Canthigaster. Typically reaching a max size of about 4.3 inches in length, the Atlantic Toby is semi-aggressive in nature and moderately hardy in stamina. It's more active during the daytime and less at night, and will hang out across the entire tank. According to FishDB current data, captive breeding success is unreported and there are no external signs of sexual differences. Canthigaster rostrata should not be housed in a tank less than 55 gallons in size. Tank parameters should be maintained with ph level between 8.1 - 8.4, temperature between 77 - 79 degrees fahrenheit, and a salinity between 1.020 - 1.023. Some of the environmental concerns that you should strive to replicate in your home aquaria to promote succesful acclimation include plenty of hiding places.
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salt water
Vertebrates
