Mbu Puffer

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Mbu_pufferfish
gptkbp:average_temperature 24 to 28 ° C
gptkbp:behavior Aggressive
Can be territorial
gptkbp:breathability Requires good water circulation
gptkbp:breeding_season Egg layer
Males display to attract females
Difficult in captivity
Very low in captivity
gptkbp:character_traits Curious and intelligent
gptkbp:color Some color variations exist
Greenish-brown with spots
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Mbu_Pufferfish
gptkbp:conservation_efforts Not currently in place
gptkbp:conservation_status Not evaluated
gptkbp:cultural_significance Popular in aquarium trade
gptkbp:dam Soft, acidic water
gptkbp:diet Carnivorous
gptkbp:egg_color Eggs are adhesive
Parents may eat eggs
gptkbp:environmental_impact Contains tetrodotoxin
Habitat loss due to pollution
gptkbp:family gptkb:Tetraodontidae
gptkbp:fishing_regulations Overfishing in some areas
Can be aggressive towards smaller fish
Recommended for experienced aquarists
gptkbp:foraging_behavior Daily feeding recommended
Prefers live food
gptkbp:fuel_capacity Minimum 100 gallons
Requires hiding spots
Regular water changes needed
gptkbp:growth_rate Slow growth rate
gptkbp:habitat Freshwater
Rivers and lakes
gptkbp:has_ability Can inflate when threatened
gptkbp:hobbies Highly sought after by fish enthusiasts
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Mbu Puffer
gptkbp:interacts_with Can be trained to recognize owners
gptkbp:larval_stage Free-swimming larvae
Requires special care for larvae
gptkbp:level 6.5 to 7.5
gptkbp:lifespan 10 to 15 years
gptkbp:lighting Moderate lighting preferred
gptkbp:market Available in specialty fish stores
gptkbp:material Soft substrate preferred
gptkbp:native_to Congo River Basin
gptkbp:personality_trait Unique and engaging personality
gptkbp:predators Larger fish
gptkbp:price_range Varies widely based on size
gptkbp:related_species Other Tetraodon species
gptkbp:research_interest Studied for toxin properties
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Tetraodon_mbu
gptkbp:size Up to 26 inches
gptkbp:social_responsibility Ich, fin rot
gptkbp:social_structure Solitary or in pairs
gptkbp:species Has gills for breathing
Limited due to breeding challenges
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships None known
gptkbp:tank_mates Large, robust fish
Separate tank needed for breeding
gptkbp:traded_on Requires large tank
Requires specific conditions
Not suitable for community tanks
gptkbp:treatment Antiparasitic medications
gptkbp:type_of Canister filter recommended
gptkbp:water_quality Sensitive to poor water quality
gptkbp:water_source Use of dechlorinator recommended