{"id":14569,"date":"2026-02-18T01:42:56","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T01:42:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/yellow-dogface-pufferfish-arothron-meleagris\/"},"modified":"2026-02-18T01:42:56","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T01:42:56","slug":"yellow-dogface-pufferfish-arothron-meleagris","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=yellow-dogface-pufferfish-arothron-meleagris","title":{"rendered":"Yellow Dogface Pufferfish Arothron Meleagris"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"163\">Yellow Dogface Puffer \u2013 <em data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"161\">Arothron meleagris<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"460\"><strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"178\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"181\" \/>The Yellow Dogface Puffer is a <strong data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"251\">striking and playful marine species<\/strong>, easily recognized by its <strong data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"346\">bright yellow coloration and distinct \u201cdog-like\u201d facial markings<\/strong>. Known for its <strong data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"407\">curious personality and engaging behavior<\/strong>, it adds both color and charm to larger aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"588\"><strong data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"473\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"476\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"513\">Indo-Pacific region<\/strong>, commonly found in <strong data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"585\">coral reefs, lagoons, and shallow coastal waters<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"803\"><strong data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"602\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"605\" \/>Carnivorous \u2013 feeds on <strong data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"650\">hard-shelled foods<\/strong> to help manage its continuously growing teeth, including <strong data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"743\">clams, shrimp, krill, and squid<\/strong>. Supplement with quality frozen or prepared marine foods.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"959\"><strong data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"820\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"823\" \/>Best suited for <strong data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"875\">fish-only or large species tanks<\/strong>. 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Known for its curious personality and engaging behavior, it adds both color and charm to larger aquariums. 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