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Diodon holacanthus
Common name: Porcupine Fish. This fish has a cream-colored body with brown spots on its back.
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For your zone EUROPE la France, delivery fees are 24,90 € with carrier EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend
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| See all delivery fees | Cart amount | Delivery fees |
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| EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert |
Delivery fees for other zones:
| Country | Carrier | Cart amount | Delivery fees |
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| ZONE 300 SUISSE | Suisse - EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo – Levend | 0 à 100 000 € | 44,90 € |
| ZONE EUROPE1 200 | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 29,89 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert | ||
| ZONE EUROPE2 210 | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 39,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | 39,90 € | ||
| EUROPE la France | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert |
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Data sheet
- Delivery price Europe
- Fixed price €29 - Offered starting from €249 of living*
- Minimum order amount for live products
- 50€ excluding shipping costs. For the well-being of the animals, do not make them travel alone.
- Maintenance
- Easy
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Food
- Carnivore
- Reef compatibility
- Not compatible
- Recommended number
- Alone
- Price according to size
- XS S M L XL
- Maximum size
- 50 cm
- Delivery date
- Choose your delivery day at the "Address" step in your cart.
- Reproduction
- Impossible
- Package information for the winter period
- A hole is made in the cardboard to supply the chemical heater with oxygen.
En savoir plus
Diodon holacanthus: Porcupine Fish
The Diodon holacanthus, also known as the porcupine fish, is a fascinating marine fish due to its appearance and behavior. Its cream-colored body is adorned with brown spots scattered across its back, while its oval silhouette is bristling with rigid spines, which it deploys when stressed or threatened. This feature makes it a spectacular and unique fish to observe.
Behavior and Characteristics
The porcupine fish is known for its ability to inflate with water or air to double or even triple its size and expose its spines, deterring most predators. This impressive defense makes it very popular in aquariums. Calm and generally peaceful, it is nonetheless not recommended to house it with small species or invertebrates, which it might consider as prey.
With a solitary temperament, it appreciates spacious and well-arranged aquariums, where it can move freely. When comfortable in its environment, it develops a certain interactivity with its caretaker, following movements through the glass.
Maintenance Conditions
For successful maintenance, an aquarium with a minimum volume of 800 liters is recommended. The Diodon holacanthus needs a good swimming space as well as numerous hiding places made of live rocks or stable decorations. It tolerates moderate currents and good water oxygenation.
Feeding the Porcupine Fish
The Diodon holacanthus is a strict carnivore. It should receive a varied and rich diet several times a day. Special attention should be paid to the natural wear of its teeth, which grow continuously like all Tetraodontidae.
- Pieces of shrimp and mussels
- Squid and small whole fish
- Thawed large Krill
- Whole shellfish to promote dental wear
Avoid exclusively soft foods, which may promote excessive tooth growth. It is strongly advised to vary textures and sources of protein.
A Spectacular Fish Reserved for Experienced Aquarists
The porcupine fish Diodon holacanthus is a majestic animal, ideal for large fish-only type aquariums. It attracts attention with its behavior and raised spines while maintaining a docile nature with fish of equivalent size. With proper care, it can live for many years in captivity.
Common name: Porcupine Fish. This fish has a cream-colored body with brown spots on its back.
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