Malabar pufferfish vs Globe fish: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Globe fish is aggressive towards other fish.
  • The Malabar pufferfish is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Malabar pufferfish can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • An adult Globe fish is about 19 times the length of a Malabar pufferfish and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).
  • A pH of 7.5–8.0 suits both.

Side by side

Malabar pufferfishGlobe fish
Adult size2.5 cm (1 in)47 cm (19 in)
Minimum tank20 L (5 US gal)455 L (120 US gal)
Temperature22–28°C (72–82°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)
pH7.5–8.36.0–8.0
Hardness5–15 dGH (89–268 ppm)–
TemperamentSemi-aggressiveAggressive
Community tankNot suitable–

Species profiles