Fresh water puffer fish vs Atlantic mudskipper: can they live together?

Verdict: With caution

  • The Atlantic mudskipper is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Atlantic mudskipper can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • The Fresh water puffer fish is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Fresh water puffer fish grows about twice as long as the Atlantic mudskipper; watch for bullying or predation.
  • Both are comfortable at 25–26°C (77–79°F).
  • A pH of 7.5–8.0 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 1,515 L (400 US gal)

Side by side

Fresh water puffer fishAtlantic mudskipper
Adult size67 cm (26 in)25 cm (9.8 in)
Minimum tank1,515 L (400 US gal)150 L (40 US gal)
Temperature24–26°C (75–79°F)25–30°C (77–86°F)
pH7.5–8.37.0–8.0
Hardness5–15 dGH (89–268 ppm)10–25 dGH (178–446 ppm)
Temperament–Semi-aggressive
Community tankNot suitableNot suitable
Care level–Easy
Diet–Carnivore

Species profiles