Plant-master Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Thinking on getting a figure 8 puffer and have done a lot of research on them. Any one have personal experience with these fish? Could I keep 2 figure puffers with some bumblebee goby‘s in a 29 gallon tank? Thanks 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figure8 Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 U would need 35 gal for 2. Bumblebee goby might get eaten if they are small (its like a freak accident tho). Also, with gobies the tank would need to be even bigger, at least 45 gal 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick_G Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 A 40 gallon breeder might be a better option, but I think a 29 would be ok. I keep a single Green spotted puffer in a 40 breeder. I could definitely see two F8s and some Gobies in one. If you have the extra space, go with one of those. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biotope Biologist Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 Provide lots of caves and lots of things for the puffers to do and a 40 will be just fine. If you can get a bonded pair that makes life much easier. Are you going to keep low end brackish, mid or high? This changes your stocking options and there are some great stocking options at all ends. I know bumblebees are low end, but there are other gobies and blennies that can be kept higher and know how to hide from a puffer throwing a tantrum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figure8 Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 Yep! I completely agree with both people who have responded. Glass surfing = boredom, so caves and other enrichment are needed. The puffers might be scared for a little after adding them, but they should eat soon after. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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