{"product_id":"stars-and-stripes-puffer-fish","title":"Stars and Stripes Puffer Fish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Stars and Stripes Puffer, *Arothron hispidus*, is a large and charismatic pufferfish known for its distinctive pattern of white spots and lines on a dark background, resembling stars and stripes. Its body is typically dark brown to black, adorned with numerous small white spots that become larger and more elongated towards the tail. A prominent white band often runs across the belly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA minimum tank size of 180 gallons is recommended for a single Stars and Stripes Puffer due to its potential size and active nature. The aquarium should have plenty of open swimming space, as well as rocky overhangs and caves for hiding. This species is not reef-safe and will readily consume invertebrates such as crabs, shrimp, snails, and even corals. They are best kept in a fish-only aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, the Stars and Stripes Puffer feeds on a variety of invertebrates and algae. In the aquarium, a varied diet is essential for their health. Offer a mix of meaty foods such as krill, shrimp, squid, and mussels. Hard-shelled foods like clams and crabs are important to help wear down their continuously growing teeth. They will also accept high-quality marine pellets and flakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStars and Stripes Puffers can grow quite large in captivity, reaching up to 20 inches in length. They are generally peaceful towards other fish of similar size, but can be aggressive towards smaller or more docile tankmates. They are not easily sexed visually, and breeding in captivity is extremely rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arothron hispidus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Reef Safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Adult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Discover Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":53075862159649,"sku":"TT-6302-S","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":53075862192417,"sku":"TT-6302-M","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":53075862225185,"sku":"TT-6302-L","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/4044\/4961\/files\/Stars-and-Stripes-Puffer-Fish-7_b5543f7f-b24b-4c13-92a2-fe22fea29522.jpg?v=1784975378","url":"https:\/\/discoveraquaticsshop.com\/products\/stars-and-stripes-puffer-fish","provider":"Discover Aquatics Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}