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🐡 Schoutedeni Puffer (Tetraodon schoutedeni) – A Rare and Peaceful Freshwater Puffer! 🐡

The Schoutedeni Puffer (Tetraodon schoutedeni) is a highly sought-after freshwater pufferfish known for its unique appearance, gentle temperament, and vibrant spotted pattern. Unlike most puffers, the Schoutedeni is more peaceful and can thrive in well-maintained community tanks with the right tank mates. If you’re looking for a distinctive, personable fish, the Schoutedeni Puffer is a fantastic choice! Please note: The picture is a representation of the species. The actual fish you receive will be similar, but coloration may vary. 🌿

Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Tetraodon schoutedeni
• Common Name: Schoutedeni Puffer
• Size at Maturity: Up to 3 inches
• Tank Size: Minimum of 20 gallons
• Temperament: Peaceful; can be kept with small, fast-moving fish
• Diet: Carnivorous – thrives on live/frozen foods like bloodworms, snails, brine shrimp, and crustaceans
• Water Parameters: pH 6.5-7.5, temperature 75-80°F
• Compatibility: Ideal for community tanks with peaceful tank mates

The Schoutedeni Puffer is one of the most peaceful pufferfish species, making it perfect for aquarists who want a puffer in a community setup. They thrive in planted tanks with hiding spots and open swimming space. Regular feedings of snails and crustaceans help keep their teeth from overgrowing. 🌿

📦 Shipping Information

• We Ship on Mondays and Wednesdays via overnight shipping to ensure your Schoutedeni Puffer arrives safely and promptly. 🚚
• Take advantage of our flat shipping rate based on your region! Each additional item in your order adds just $2.40 to the shipping cost. This makes it easy and affordable to stock your aquarium with multiple items while benefiting from the same overnight shipping rate. 🐠
• Why is it worth it? Overnight shipping ensures healthier fish with less travel stress, giving them the best start in their new home! 🌟
• Heat Packs or Cold Packs will be included depending on the destination. To help us choose the right packaging, feel free to include a note with the temperature in your area at checkout. ❄️🔥
• To avoid delays or extended weekend holds, we aim to ship at the start of the week, but timing may depend on your location. 🗓️

✅ DOA Guarantee (Dead on Arrival)

At Source Aquatics, we stand by the quality of our fish and your satisfaction. In the rare case of a DOA:

• Photos Required: Please send photos of the fish in its sealed bag within 2 hours of the delivery timestamp. Afterward, take a photo of the fish on a napkin or paper towel. 📸
• Refund Policy: DOA refunds apply only to the fish, not the shipping costs. We ship your order as quickly as possible, but sometimes it may take 2-3 business days to prepare.

🐟 Out of Stock? No Problem!

If we’re out of stock after you’ve placed your order, you have options:

1. Choose a Replacement Fish from our collection.
2. Wait Until It’s Back in Stock – we’ll notify you as soon as it is available.
3. Request a Full Refund – we value transparency and will make it right. 💯

Order your Schoutedeni Puffer today and enjoy their charming personality and peaceful nature in your aquarium! We look forward to providing you with the best shopping experience at Source Aquatics. 🌿🐠