How big does Golden puffer (Auriglobus modestus) grow?

The maximum recorded length is 10.6 cm (FishBase). Plan the aquarium around that adult size, not the size supplied.

What temperature does Golden puffer (Auriglobus modestus) need?

FishBase gives a range of 23–28 °C for this species.

Is Golden puffer (Auriglobus modestus) guaranteed to arrive alive?

Yes. Every live order is expert-packed and sent by tracked UK delivery under our live arrival guarantee.

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Golden puffer (Auriglobus modestus) is a puffer in the family Tetraodontidae, supplied as live aquarium stock in the UK.

Care at a Glance

Scientific Name

Auriglobus modestus

Max Adult Size

up to 10.6 cm

Temperature

23–28°C

Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.

Auriglobus modestus

Golden puffer (Auriglobus modestus)

Name: Golden puffer (Auriglobus modestus)
Brand: Tropical Fish Co
SKU: KC66
Price: 42.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

£42.99

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Golden puffer (Auriglobus modestus) is a puffer in the family Tetraodontidae, supplied as live aquarium stock in the UK.

Care at a Glance

Scientific Name

Auriglobus modestus

Max Adult Size

up to 10.6 cm

Temperature

23–28°C

Water Parameters

Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors

Temperature

23–28°C

23°CIdeal28°C

Golden puffer (Auriglobus modestus) is a puffer in the family Tetraodontidae, supplied as live aquarium stock in the UK. Its native range is the middle parts of rivers to their estuaries in southeast Asia, including Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia and Indonesia. The maximum recorded length is 10.6 cm (FishBase).

Water and habitat

FishBase gives a water temperature range of 23–28 °C. Plan the aquarium around the adult length of 10.6 cm, not the size supplied.

Diet

Published accounts describe the diet as small invertebrates, seeds, fish scales and small fish (Wikipedia). Offer a varied diet that matches this in the aquarium.