YELLOW PEA PUFFER CAPTIVE BRED XXL (Carinotetraodon travancoricus) FOR SALE CANADA | PREMIUM NANO PUFFER FISH

Premium Captive Bred XXL Yellow Pea Puffer for Canadian Aquariums

The Yellow Pea Puffer (Carinotetraodon travancoricus) is one of the most popular freshwater nano puffers in the aquarium hobby. These XXL captive-bred specimens are larger, healthier, and better adapted to aquarium life than many wild-caught fish, making them an excellent choice for both experienced aquarists and dedicated puffer enthusiasts.

Native to the freshwater rivers and lakes of Southwest India, the Yellow Pea Puffer is admired for its bright golden-yellow body, expressive eyes, curious personality, and remarkable intelligence. Despite its small size, this species displays fascinating hunting behaviour and quickly learns to recognize its owner.

Monster Aquarium Canada proudly offers healthy Captive Bred XXL Yellow Pea Puffers with professional live fish shipping across Canada.

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Why Choose a Captive Bred XXL Yellow Pea Puffer?

A Sustainable and Healthy Choice

Captive-bred Yellow Pea Puffers offer several advantages:

Benefits

• Larger XXL specimens
• Captive bred for improved health
• Bright yellow coloration
• Adapted to aquarium life
• Reduced impact on wild populations
• Highly intelligent and interactive
• Excellent nano predator

Captive-bred fish are generally hardier, less stressed during transport, and often adapt more readily to prepared foods.

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Care Requirements

Aquarium Size

A minimum 10-gallon aquarium is suitable for a single specimen, while a 20-gallon long aquarium or larger is recommended for a small group with plenty of plants and visual barriers.

Provide:

• Dense live planting
• Gentle water movement
• Excellent filtration
• Plenty of hiding places
• Stable water quality
• Regular maintenance

Heavily planted aquariums help reduce territorial behaviour.

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Water Parameters

• Scientific Name: Carinotetraodon travancoricus
• Common Name: Yellow Pea Puffer
• Type: Captive Bred XXL
• Adult Size: 1–1.4 inches (2.5–3.5 cm)
• Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)
• pH: 6.8–7.8
• Water Hardness: Soft to Moderate
• Care Level: Intermediate
• Temperament: Territorial
• Diet: Carnivore
• Origin: Southwest India
• Lifespan: 4–6 years

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Feeding

Yellow Pea Puffers are carnivores and require a protein-rich diet.

Recommended Foods

• Live blackworms
• Frozen bloodworms
• Brine shrimp
• Daphnia
• Small snails
• Grindal worms
• White worms
• Frozen mysis shrimp
• Mosquito larvae

Feeding small snails regularly helps naturally wear down their continuously growing teeth.

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Ideal Aquarium Setup

Create a natural planted habitat.

Recommended Features

• Aquarium of at least 10 gallons
• Dense live plants
• Mosses
• Driftwood
• Smooth stones
• Sand or fine gravel substrate
• Gentle filtration
• Floating plants for shade

A heavily planted aquarium allows puffers to establish territories while reducing aggression.

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Compatible Tank Mates

Yellow Pea Puffers are best kept:

• In a species-only aquarium
• In carefully managed groups with adequate space and hiding places

Possible companions in larger aquariums may include:

• Amano Shrimp (with caution)
• Otocinclus (sometimes successful)
• Fast-moving peaceful fish (experienced keepers only)

Avoid:

• Long-finned fish
• Slow-moving species
• Aggressive fish
• Small ornamental shrimp
• Snails intended as permanent cleanup crew

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Why Buy Yellow Pea Puffers from Monster Aquarium Canada?

Premium Captive-Bred Quality

Every Yellow Pea Puffer is selected for:

• Excellent health
• Bright yellow coloration
• Active behaviour
• Strong feeding response
• Superior captive-bred quality

Professional Live Fish Shipping Across Canada

Monster Aquarium Canada carefully packages every fish using professional live fish shipping methods to help ensure healthy arrival throughout Canada.

Canada’s Trusted Aquarium Supplier

Monster Aquarium Canada proudly supplies premium freshwater fish, rare puffers, monster fish, aquarium supplies, premium fish foods, medications, and aquatic accessories with dependable nationwide shipping.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are Yellow Pea Puffers true freshwater fish?

Yes. Carinotetraodon travancoricus is a completely freshwater species and should not be kept in brackish water.

2. What does XXL mean?

XXL refers to unusually large, well-grown captive-bred specimens that are close to their full adult size and display excellent colour and health.

3. Are captive-bred Pea Puffers better than wild-caught fish?

Yes. Captive-bred fish generally adapt better to aquariums, are often healthier, and help reduce pressure on wild populations.

4. What should I feed a Yellow Pea Puffer?

Offer frozen bloodworms, blackworms, brine shrimp, daphnia, grindal worms, white worms, and small snails to provide balanced nutrition and maintain healthy teeth.

5. Does Monster Aquarium Canada ship Yellow Pea Puffers across Canada?

Yes. Monster Aquarium Canada offers professional live fish shipping across Canada, ensuring your captive-bred XXL Yellow Pea Puffer arrives healthy and ready for its new aquarium.