AMAZON PUFFER (Colomesus asellus) 3″ – GREAT COMMUNITY PUFFER FOR SALE CANADA
Premium Amazon Puffer for Canadian Aquariums
The Amazon Puffer (Colomesus asellus) is one of the few true freshwater puffers that can successfully thrive in a well-planned community aquarium. Known for its friendly personality, active swimming behaviour, and attractive yellow body with bold black markings, this species has become a favourite among freshwater puffer enthusiasts.
This 3-inch Amazon Puffer is an intelligent and curious fish that constantly explores its surroundings and quickly learns to recognize its owner. Unlike many territorial puffers, Amazon Puffers are often successfully kept in groups and with suitable peaceful community fish, earning them the reputation as one of the best community puffers available.
Monster Aquarium Canada proudly offers healthy Amazon Puffers with professional live fish shipping across Canada.
Why Choose an Amazon Puffer?
One of the Best Freshwater Community Puffers
Amazon Puffers are highly valued for their:
Unique Features
- True freshwater species
- Peaceful compared to most puffers
- Active daytime swimmer
- Highly intelligent personality
- Beautiful yellow and black coloration
- Excellent community aquarium candidate
- Constant interactive behaviour
Their playful nature makes them one of the most entertaining freshwater fish to own.
Care Requirements
Aquarium Size
A minimum 55-gallon aquarium is recommended for a small group of Amazon Puffers, as they are social fish that perform best when kept in groups of three or more.
Provide:
- Strong biological filtration
- Moderate water current
- Plenty of swimming space
- Driftwood and plants
- Excellent water quality
- Regular weekly water changes
Because they are active swimmers, horizontal swimming space is more important than aquarium height.
Water Parameters
- Scientific Name: Colomesus asellus
- Common Name: Amazon Puffer
- Available Size: 3 inches
- Adult Size: 4–5 inches (10–13 cm)
- Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH: 6.5–7.8
- Water Hardness: Soft to Moderate
- Care Level: Intermediate
- Temperament: Peaceful to Semi-Peaceful
- Diet: Carnivore
- Origin: Amazon Basin, South America
- Lifespan: 8–10 years
Feeding Your Amazon Puffer
Amazon Puffers require a varied carnivorous diet to maintain excellent health and naturally wear down their continuously growing teeth.
Recommended Foods
- Freshwater snails
- Frozen bloodworms
- Blackworms
- Brine shrimp
- Mysis shrimp
- Krill
- Chopped shrimp
- Mussel meat
- Clams
- High-quality frozen carnivore foods
Regular feeding of snails is highly recommended to help control beak growth.
Ideal Aquarium Setup
Recreate a natural South American habitat.
Recommended Features
- Aquarium of at least 55 gallons
- Fine sand substrate
- Driftwood
- Smooth rocks
- Live plants
- Moderate water flow
- Open swimming areas
- Stable water chemistry
Well-planted aquariums with open swimming space provide the ideal balance for this active species.
Compatible Tank Mates
Amazon Puffers are among the best puffers for community aquariums and can often live with:
- Corydoras Catfish
- Larger Tetras
- Rainbowfish
- Hatchetfish
- Peaceful Plecos
- Silver Dollars
- Peaceful Loaches
Avoid:
- Very small fish
- Long-finned species
- Aggressive cichlids
- Slow-moving fish
- Ornamental shrimp
- Tiny snails kept as clean-up crew
Individual personalities vary, so monitoring compatibility is always recommended.
Why Buy Amazon Puffers from Monster Aquarium Canada?
Premium Healthy Specimens
Every Amazon Puffer is selected for:
- Excellent body condition
- Bright coloration
- Strong feeding response
- Active swimming behaviour
- Overall excellent health
Professional Live Fish Shipping Across Canada
Monster Aquarium Canada uses professional live fish shipping methods and insulated packaging to help ensure your Amazon Puffer arrives safely and in excellent condition.
Canada’s Trusted Aquarium Supplier
Monster Aquarium Canada proudly supplies premium freshwater fish, rare puffers, monster fish, aquarium supplies, premium fish foods, aquatic medications, and accessories with dependable nationwide shipping.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the Amazon Puffer a true freshwater puffer?
Yes. Colomesus asellus is a true freshwater species and does not require brackish or marine conditions.
2. Are Amazon Puffers good community fish?
Yes. Compared to most puffer species, Amazon Puffers are relatively peaceful and can often be successfully kept in carefully planned community aquariums.
3. How large do Amazon Puffers grow?
Adults typically reach 4–5 inches (10–13 cm).
4. Do Amazon Puffers need snails?
Yes. Hard-shelled foods such as freshwater snails help naturally wear down their continuously growing teeth and are an important part of their diet.
5. Does Monster Aquarium Canada ship Amazon Puffers across Canada?
Yes. Monster Aquarium Canada provides secure live fish shipping across Canada, ensuring your Amazon Puffer arrives healthy and ready for its new aquarium.
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