Malabar pufferfish vs Spotted scat: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • The Malabar pufferfish is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Malabar pufferfish can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • An adult Spotted scat is about 12 times the length of a Malabar pufferfish and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 22–28°C (72–82°F).
  • A pH of 7.5–8.3 suits both.

Side by side

Malabar pufferfishSpotted scat
Adult size2.5 cm (1 in)30 cm (12 in)
Minimum tank20 L (5 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)
Temperature22–28°C (72–82°F)20–28°C (68–82°F)
pH7.5–8.37.5–8.5
Hardness5–15 dGH (89–268 ppm)–
TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeaceful
Community tankNot suitableGood
Care level–Easy
Diet–Omnivore

Species profiles