Mbu Puffer

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:aquarium_trade Requires large tank
Requires specific conditions
Not suitable for community tanks
gptkbp:average_temperature 24 to 28 ° C
gptkbp:behavior Aggressive
gptkbp:breathability Requires good water circulation
gptkbp:breeding_behavior Egg layer
Males display to attract females
Difficult in captivity
Very low in captivity
gptkbp:breeding_tank_setup Separate tank needed for breeding
gptkbp:character_traits Curious and intelligent
gptkbp:color_variation Some color variations exist
gptkbp:coloration 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_type Soft, acidic water
gptkbp:diet Carnivorous
gptkbp:diseases Ich, fin rot
gptkbp:egg_laying Eggs are adhesive
gptkbp:egg_size Parents may eat eggs
gptkbp:environmental_impact Habitat loss due to pollution
gptkbp:family gptkb:Tetraodontidae
gptkbp:filter_type Canister filter recommended
gptkbp:fish_care_experience Recommended for experienced aquarists
gptkbp:fish_personality Unique and engaging personality
gptkbp:fish_species Limited due to breeding challenges
gptkbp:fishing_impact Overfishing in some areas
gptkbp:foraging_behavior Daily feeding recommended
Prefers live food
gptkbp:fuel_capacity Minimum 100 gallons
Requires hiding spots
Regular water changes needed
gptkbp:fuselage_material Soft substrate preferred
gptkbp:gills Has gills for breathing
gptkbp:growth_rate Slow growth rate
gptkbp:habitat Freshwater
Rivers and lakes
gptkbp:hobby Highly sought after by fish enthusiasts
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Mbu Puffer
gptkbp:human_interaction Can be trained to recognize owners
gptkbp:inflation_ability Can inflate when threatened
gptkbp:interaction_with_other_fish Can be aggressive towards smaller fish
gptkbp:larval_stage Free-swimming larvae
Requires special care for larvae
gptkbp:lifespan 10 to 15 years
gptkbp:lighting Moderate lighting preferred
gptkbp:market_position Available in specialty fish stores
gptkbp:native_to Congo River Basin
gptkbp:p_hlevel 6.5 to 7.5
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_behavior Can be territorial
gptkbp:social_structure Solitary or in pairs
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships None known
gptkbp:tank_mates Large, robust fish
gptkbp:toxicity Contains tetrodotoxin
gptkbp:treatment Antiparasitic medications
gptkbp:water_additives Use of dechlorinator recommended
gptkbp:water_quality Sensitive to poor water quality
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Mbu_Pufferfish
gptkb:Mbu_pufferfish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5