Eyespot pufferfish vs Globe fish: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Globe fish is aggressive towards other fish.
  • The Eyespot pufferfish is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Eyespot pufferfish can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • An adult Globe fish is about 6 times the length of a Eyespot pufferfish and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).
  • A pH of 6.5–7.5 suits both.

Side by side

Eyespot pufferfishGlobe fish
Adult size8 cm (3.1 in)47 cm (19 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)455 L (120 US gal)
Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)
pH6.5–7.56.0–8.0
Hardness5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)–
TemperamentSemi-aggressiveAggressive
Community tankNot suitable–
DietOmnivore–

Species profiles