Valentin’s Sharpnose Puffer
(Canthigaster valentini)

Description

Valentini Puffer: A Captivating Personality for Your Marine Tank!

Add a burst of character to your saltwater aquarium with the charming Valentini Puffer. Known for their unique movements and engaging demeanor, these fascinating fish become true aquatic companions.

Overview

The Valentini Puffer (*Canthigaster valentini*) features an appealing cream body speckled with blue-grey, highlighted by four distinctive dark brown “saddles” across its back and a bright yellow tail fin. Unlike many fish, they utilize their pectoral fins for agile forward and backward movement. These sharpnose puffers possess an inquisitive personality, often seen browsing live rock for food. When startled, they can inflate their bodies with water as a defense mechanism.

Care Level

Considered moderately challenging, Valentini Puffers are best for intermediate aquarists. While generally peaceful with other fish, they can be territorial towards conspecifics and may nip at long-finned tankmates. They are not considered reef-safe with most invertebrates, as they will readily consume snails, crabs, and shrimp. Keep only one Valentini Puffer per aquarium.

Tank Essentials

A minimum of 114 litres (30 gallons) is recommended for a single Valentini Puffer, with larger tanks preferred for stability and swimming space. Maintain stable water parameters: pH 8.1-8.4 and a temperature of 23-26°C. Provide ample hiding spots and live rockwork to mimic their natural reef habitat and support their browsing behavior.

Diet

As omnivores with constantly growing teeth, Valentini Puffers require a diet rich in hard-shelled, meaty foods. Offer unshelled shrimp, small aquatic snails, clams, squid, and krill regularly to help wear down their beak-like mouths. Supplement with high-quality algae pellets or nori.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Valentini Puffer online from Corais de Vidro, you receive healthy aquarium fish, responsibly sourced and meticulously cared for. We ensure humane shipping practices and provide expert guidance, guaranteeing your new Valentini Puffer thrives in its new home. Invest in a truly captivating addition with confidence!

• Scientific Name: Canthigaster valentini
• Common Name / Variant: Valentini Puffer / Saddle Valentini Puffer
• Maximum Size: 11 cm
• Origin: Indo-Pacific
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 23–26°C
• Lifespan: 5–8 years
• Swimming Zone: Mid / Bottom

Bring the charismatic Valentini Puffer to your aquarium today!