{"product_id":"pea-puffer","title":"Pea Puffer (Carinotetraodon travancoricus)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePea puffers (\u003cem\u003eCarinotetraodon travancoricus\u003c\/em\u003e) are among the smallest pufferfish kept in home aquariums. Their miniature size, curious eyes and lively personality make them fascinating residents for planted tanks. Native to slow-moving waters in India and Bangladesh, these fish reach only about an inch long, yet display bold behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e A densely planted nano tank of at least 10 gallons gives them room to explore. Provide hiding spots with driftwood, moss and floating plants so they feel secure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the water between 74–82 °F with a pH of 7.0–8.0 and moderate hardness. Gentle filtration prevents stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pea puffers are carnivores that thrive on live or frozen foods such as snails, bloodworms and daphnia. A varied diet keeps their colors vibrant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e They can be territorial; keeping one male with several females reduces nipping. Avoid mixing them with large or slow-moving fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnrichment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plenty of plant cover and snail treats encourage natural hunting behaviour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create a natural environment, consider adding hardy live plants. Incorporating \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/monsteraquariumon9.com\/pages\/live-plants-for-fish-tanks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003elive plants for fish\u003c\/a\u003e tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e improves water quality and offers shelter, enhancing the well‑being of these charismatic puffers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"monsteraquariumonline","offers":[{"title":".5","offer_id":40865402585297,"sku":"","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/9135\/5601\/products\/IMG_2369.heic?v=1649623544","url":"https:\/\/www.monsteraquariumonline.com\/products\/pea-puffer","provider":"monsteraquariumonline","version":"1.0","type":"link"}