The Balloon Tetraodon

GPTKB entity

Statements (62)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Jeff_Koons
gptkbp:activities diurnal
gptkbp:average_temperature 24-28° C
gptkbp:behavior can be aggressive towards similar species
can inflate when threatened
gptkbp:breeding_season males display to attract females
requires specific conditions
varies by environment
requires specific water conditions
difficult to breed in captivity
females lay eggs on flat surfaces
gptkbp:color varies among individuals
yellow with black spots
can change based on mood
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Balloon_Fish
also known as Tetraodon Species
gptkbp:conservation_status not evaluated
gptkbp:diet omnivore
requires varied diet
gptkbp:eye_color prominent eyes
gptkbp:family gptkb:Tetraodontidae
gptkbp:fins has long dorsal and anal fins
gptkbp:fishing_regulations may chase smaller fish
gptkbp:foraging_behavior forages on the substrate
should be fed daily
gptkbp:fuel_capacity requires regular water changes
requires hiding spots
minimum 100 gallons
requires a well-planted tank
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Tetraodon
gptkbp:growth_rate moderate
gptkbp:habitat freshwater
can become shy
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Balloon Tetraodon
gptkbp:interacts_with can be friendly if socialized
can recognize their owners.
gptkbp:level 6.5-7.5
gptkbp:lifespan up to 10 years
gptkbp:lighting prefers subdued lighting
requires hiding places and open swimming space
gptkbp:maintenance weekly maintenance recommended
gptkbp:mouth beak-like mouth
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:Southeast_Asia
gptkbp:related_species related to other Tetraodon species
gptkbp:reproduction ovoviviparous
gptkbp:scales has rough skin
gptkbp:size up to 12 inches
gptkbp:social_responsibility susceptible to parasites
gptkbp:social_structure can be territorial
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships with certain types of bacteria
gptkbp:tank_mates should be kept with caution
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
gptkbp:traded_on requires large tank
freshwater aquarium
Java Fern, Anubias
not suitable for community tanks
gptkbp:venomous contains tetrodotoxin
gptkbp:water_management requires good filtration
gptkbp:water_quality needs clean water
gptkbp:water_source monitor regularly