Amazon puffer fish Updates and Feeding.

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Feeding Amazon Puffer Fish. Our puffer fish eat a wide variety of food including snails, bloodworms, brine shrimp, clams, frozen shrimp and freeze dried krill to name but a few. Amazon puffers need to ware down their teeth when eating otherwise they will have to be trimmed.
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@CrazyAquariumGuy 6 жыл бұрын

Great that you provide internet with an honest video about the amazon puffers. It is a lot of work, and very time consuming to get them enough hard foods. Very nice video. :-)

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Zack. When doing research on them before buying them, there is so much misinformation. The reality of owning them is very different!

@Deb1Gilmore 6 жыл бұрын

Hello Shelia! Those puffers are so cute. There is 3 giant "hello's" coming your way LOL!

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Hello kiddos!

@mikaellow906 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Sheila! The aquarium looking amazing your plants looking really nice and your fish looking amazing to and healthy and colourful Good work thumbs up from me Mikael!

@Loveofpets 6 жыл бұрын

Love the Puffers. I used to have Pea Puffers. They are very interactive to humans.

@adonna2000 4 жыл бұрын

Omg I love this tank. It's almost exactly what I'm wanting to do!

@totallyspiessam1233 6 жыл бұрын

The tank looks AMAZING and the puffies and Harlequins are looking great too! ♥

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@JenaTuckerAquariums 6 жыл бұрын

Love this tank! Thanks for the update 😊

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jena.

@sharronmiller451 4 жыл бұрын

They are adorable!!

@xoallison12ox 6 жыл бұрын

The color on those harlequins are amazing! great job!

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@kezzspace 6 жыл бұрын

Omg I have always wanted an amazon puffer xx

@bando2103 6 жыл бұрын

There are 10 Harlequin rasbora in my tank thanks to ur videos

@bubblerings 2 жыл бұрын

Another KZfaqr video... had very good teeth maintenance just from feeding hardshelled shrimps and lots of frozen cubed worms, that the puffers would aggressively tear from (cubes being held with narrow tongs). After 13 months, the teeth had not noticeably grown. :) -They also ate some snails, but were not strong enough to break the shells.

@AqualifeTv 6 жыл бұрын

They look so cute

@presouz1740 6 жыл бұрын

Great job on the puffer tank

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@markcruz6906 6 ай бұрын

i feed mine repashy mixed with oyster shells. Gives them some crunch for their teeth. They get they that in the morning.Vibra bites at night.

@bando2103 6 жыл бұрын

I'm ur number one fan since 7yrs now I'm13

@adityanautiyal7710 6 жыл бұрын

Very informative . Apart from fishes , you should do a Q&A about you and your other pets ! We would get to know you better and know about your other pets too .

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@thekingofanimalcare5947 6 жыл бұрын

Great video

@sageoblouk6782 6 жыл бұрын

I'm getting dwarf puffer fish and have a 10 gallon dedicated to breeding snails for food.

@ben-lg6xw 6 жыл бұрын

I ordered a dwarf puffer this week I hope it comes alive 🤞🏻

@trevorcole460 5 жыл бұрын

My puffer never had a problem with being feed bloodworms, she would nibble on the marine rock I had In the tank. Beautiful fish 🍻

@reliks14 2 жыл бұрын

Mine is funny eating its blood worms lol just sucks it down like spaghetti lol

@crayfish6225 2 ай бұрын

Such a helpful video, how long do they take to grow to full size?

@mivida2010angel 5 жыл бұрын

Will be setting up a 40G, to accommodate amazon puffers. What other community fishes will be good to add with them?

@salemoncef10 2 жыл бұрын

Your torpedos are looking awesome

@joshm3360 6 жыл бұрын

liked to see some emerald corys in there

@rachbailey1250 5 жыл бұрын

Mine will eat pellets within a few days of having them. They will eat blood worms, but mine love mysis shrimp.

@canislupus2661 Ай бұрын

how many snails do the fishes need per day? want to set up the snail breeding before.

@chrissy24-7 6 жыл бұрын

I heard somewhere that also if the snails are big they might just suck them out rather than breaking the snail shells.

@mootsym 4 жыл бұрын

love the tank man! How are the puffers doing? I'm considering 1 in a 5g or 3-4 in a 10g. I just want the puffer to be happy, and I'm not sure if being with other puffers would stress them out, or if it would be happier alone with some amano shrimp.

@Lifewithpets72 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Puffers are doing great. These are amazon puffers, minimum tank size 30-40 gallons. They’re an extremely active fish and can get 3-4 inches in size. The amazon puffers prefer to be in groups.

@mootsym 4 жыл бұрын

@@Lifewithpets72 Good to hear! Ah, I was getting amazons confused with the dwarf puffers. They look so similar in this video.

@valeriethomas1431 6 жыл бұрын

Today i noticed my betta fish has a bigger stomach than usual (looking from the top of the tank) and she has one raised scale and i don't know if she is developing dropsy and i need help to figure out what to do to help her

@sunmoongodess 2 жыл бұрын

What are the beautiful redfish in the tank

@djknauss1 4 жыл бұрын

great idea with the pvc foam board, any problems with it long term? i am thinking about trying it out. thanks

@Lifewithpets72 4 жыл бұрын

We been using this material in our tanks for over 3 years with no issues at all. It’s the material we use to make the tank dividers that we sell.

@ers18619g 2 жыл бұрын

How did you get your roseline sharks a nice dark color ?

@louisfaiers3379 3 жыл бұрын

You need to slightly crush the snails before you put them in because otherwise they just suck them out that's why the shells are in tackt

@kodiguy3772 3 жыл бұрын

How do you get yours to eat those snails and do you still have to trim their teeth?

@rasa5343 2 жыл бұрын

do you think it's possible to paint some gel food onto a big rock, and have them wear their teeth by biting it off?

@Lifewithpets72 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can do that, we do that and it works well.

@fisharelife5304 6 жыл бұрын

Hey show how to do a water change toil for Guppies

@Nikorbicularis 6 жыл бұрын

I saw corys in there at 9:53, do you have any or is that one just a stray left over from a past group?

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

It’s the last one of a group we had.

@AC-yd6eo 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Sheila! I have a terrible problem. My betta swam around my divider, which was not put in right. He attacked my other betta. Fins were torn, but his eye is badly damaged. Can I send you a picture? Also, I do not have access to fish vets. Thanks

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Send me an Instagram DM with a picture.

@AC-yd6eo 6 жыл бұрын

Lifewithpets just did! :)

@MrGreen-nu8og 4 жыл бұрын

How and where can I purchase them?

@gerardocarrillo2548 6 жыл бұрын

Can sand hurt a betta when eating ?

@aryah1513 10 ай бұрын

Well this was 5 years ago so either they died or you figured it out. 1) Snails don't fit in their mouth so they will not chew on the shell. 2) Clam shells won't fit in their mouth so they will not chew it either. 3) The rest of the foods are only going to grind the teeth if they are picked up with a mouthful of fine sand. The fine sand is what grinds those sharp top teeth.

@lucchaffiot8144 6 жыл бұрын

@lifewithpets what sort of medicine do you recommend to test these puffers for parasites and such?

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

We used general cure and erythromycin. We treated them waited about 10 days then treated again.

@jakeroberts90s 6 жыл бұрын

good voice

@amandalewis7699 6 жыл бұрын

I just got my Moss ball and frogbit in the mail can I just add them to the tank or what do I need to do before adding them

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can just add them.If you have questions regarding products bought from us please email us. I'm having trouble with comment notifications on youtube so it's very possible I won't see comments.

@amandalewis7699 6 жыл бұрын

Lifewithpets okay will do thank you so much

@crissmontiel 6 жыл бұрын

My pea puffers only eat bloodworms and snails, I tried brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and it didn’t work,. Do you think snails and bloodworms would be enough for them?

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Yes, I’d keep offering the other foods though. It took us a long time of offering the variety of foods to get them to eat it all.

@butternutsauce 6 жыл бұрын

Is that black PVC on the inside of the tank? Beautiful tank. I've also dealt with the glass surfing issue. Time has helped but I'd like to eliminate it completely. Thank you

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's a black pvc foam board. It a very hard and sturdy material.

@maximusgaming3122 Жыл бұрын

Is the black pvc board inside the tank or outside it?

@Lifewithpets72 Жыл бұрын

It’s inside the tank.

@beamerandmercedesthebully3111 2 жыл бұрын

Can u update the video… ive never sen an amazon puffer full grown

@Lifewithpets72 2 жыл бұрын

If you have Instagram we often show them on there.

@66broadway 5 жыл бұрын

Try the new vibra bites . My puffers loves them

@Lifewithpets72 5 жыл бұрын

Mine love them too. We also sell them on our website.

@CBRboy1717 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Sheila. Was thinking about doing a tank liner like yours for our current Dwarf puffer tank and our upcoming Amazon puffer tank. Where do you find the black material, the hardware store?

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

We buy it from a large supplier because we make and sell dividers in this same material.

@CBRboy1717 6 жыл бұрын

Oh ok! Do you adhere the material with aquarium silicon just in the corners or do you really stick it on there good?

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

No it isn't stuck in place we have just made it to fit the tank.

@jpgmmg09 5 жыл бұрын

New sub 🤗 nice video

@ivanrojas645 4 жыл бұрын

Hey sheila, I'm seeking some guidance, want to start a 20 gallon planted betta(6) sorority, rose line sharks(4) and pea puffers(2). Amy tips would help.

@Lifewithpets72 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t recommend sorority tanks anymore. The roselines need a minimum tank size of 55 gallons but 75 is better. They get large, swim very fast and need minimum groups of 5 but more is better. Pea puffers are better in species only tanks as they can be very nippy. I’d recommend rethinking your choice of fish and tank size.

@jen_217_ 4 жыл бұрын

Please answer... need help... did the tank dividers completely darken out the sides? Wouldn’t a black paper cover on walls do the same? I have had one amazon puffer a month and he has quit surfing the walls as much but will still eat NOTHING. I have tried everything you mentioned except the frozen shrimp & freeze dried krill.... his stomach is flat but not concave... yet to me it seems his coloring has darkened & “blurred” a bit. Still white tummy & open tail... just don’t like the way he looks... tried everything..... he watches blood worms float right by him.... keep offering a variety... snails as well.... can’t find anyone to help me.... please please.... help me... I have fish, dogs & plants & that is my family!!

@Lifewithpets72 4 жыл бұрын

Black paper doesn't do the same as it's on the outside of the tank so the puffer can see his reflection. The divider material is on the inside so they cannot see their reflection at all.

@Scxbah 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I’ve been advised against housing Amazon Puffers with the Denison Barbs. What’s your experience with housing these fish together?

@Lifewithpets72 2 жыл бұрын

We have had no issues at all.

@LorisHartland 6 жыл бұрын

How will you be trimming their teeth?

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

We did a video on it, kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pbOYqtpq0pemZpc.html

@saniahmed1574 Жыл бұрын

Puffer Fish and other fishes together in one tank????

@gregorycustodio3987 2 жыл бұрын

How about planting the Blood 🪱’s inside of a empty clam shell

@justfish882 6 жыл бұрын

I thought she bought the puffer fish from amazon.. 😶

@terrimiller908 6 жыл бұрын

Can they eat frozen snails

@darnesianoka2253 4 жыл бұрын

What Sainity level do you keep this tank at, or are they completely freshwater?

@Lifewithpets72 4 жыл бұрын

They are freshwater puffers.

@sheboom177 6 жыл бұрын

How’s the lone betta that was in the 75 gallon tank?

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

She's no longer in there. I managed to catch her, she's now with the other bettas.

@sheboom177 6 жыл бұрын

Lifewithpets I’m so happy to hear that!🤗

@CardiBC 6 жыл бұрын

Do the pictus catfish get along with the plecos?

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Yes. no issues at all.

@grandempress1947 6 жыл бұрын

What type of pellet food were you feeding these fish?

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

We feed a mix of several different types of pellet foods to accommodate all the different sized fish in the tank.

@jen_217_ 4 жыл бұрын

If I need to reorganize my tank I will.. it is well planted & has driftwood with plants... moss... java plants.... I could cover bottom with substrate.... doing regular water changes.. know they dislike dirty water.... I feel he will die. He was my birthday present... don’t know how he’s lived this long without eating!! Even tried peas, algae wafers, frozen blood worms, frozen krill, krill & brine pellets, many snails of course, brine flakes (knew that was a no go) have given scuds, have given ghost shrimp..... please.... any advice... it would be the best day of my life if I saw him eat one bite!!

@Lifewithpets72 4 жыл бұрын

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@zonedinfishingtv8328 3 жыл бұрын

Amazon Puffers with angels can it be done

@Lifewithpets72 3 жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t as angels can be aggressive.

@lydiastinson6169 6 жыл бұрын

HI THE FOOD FOR YOUR FISH DOES THE BETTA EAT BEEFHEART ?

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Yes they do but I only feed it to the baby bettas and breeding females. It is very high in protein so not a good staple diet for pet bettas.

@allan7934 6 жыл бұрын

hear it out. sounds cruel but would be beneficial long term. try not feeding the fish a few day's. up to 3 and then offering the half shell clams. If that doesn't work, use the shells and put backed or gell like food such as repashi (for give spelling) and attach it to the clam shell since you indicated they eat it and then swap it back to half clam shell out a few days later with a few days no food in between. I'd bet you would have success that way!

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Definitely worth a try, thanks.

@brandytovar8845 6 жыл бұрын

Where do you buy your frozen foods?

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Online at Dr Foster and Smith. I buy it in bulk, it makes it much cheaper.

@batman777ify 6 жыл бұрын

My betta has been sick for the last couple of weeks... im trying general cure and before that i was doing melafix but he seems to be getting worse 😕 he's pale and he's loosing color someone have any idea?

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

What is your tank set up like? Size, temperature, water parameters etc? Is he eating and if so what? Any outward symptoms?

@batman777ify 6 жыл бұрын

Lifewithpets he was in a 20 with 5 guppies with lots of plants and a heater but i moved him into a ten by himself cause he was being aggressive and like a week later is when i noticed he had some white stringy feces that has gone away but he wont eat anymore. I check all the ammonia, nitrites and nitrates befor i do water changes and check again after and they are usually good...

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

No ammonia in the water? It's possible he's not happy with his new setup. Is the tank he is in now heavily planted? What foods have you offered him? Have you tried soaking them in garlic juice?

@batman777ify 6 жыл бұрын

Lifewithpets its at zero, it has a few plants not like the 20 though... i was think maybe he's sad cause i think he liked being around the other fish... i tried pellets, frozen blood worms, frozen brine shrimp and the inside if a pea. I will try the garlic

@rionsealtielgarcia6010 6 жыл бұрын

Could you mix a puffer and a betta fish?

@bando2103 6 жыл бұрын

Rion Sealtiel Garcia puffer fish r aggressive

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

No, I wouldn't advise it. In a tank this size it may be possible but I wouldn't do a betta with long fins, maybe a plakat but it really would depend on the tank set up and the fish in general.

@rionsealtielgarcia6010 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information

@sunmoongodess 2 жыл бұрын

What size tank is this

@Lifewithpets72 2 жыл бұрын

75 gallon.

@potatoloki4262 6 жыл бұрын

do pufferfish need a heater?

@insomniacs5138 6 жыл бұрын

luna moon every tropical fish does

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Yes, they need 78-82f.

@fishtankchronicles 3 жыл бұрын

My Amazon Puffers eat pellets and even flakes 🤷🏼‍♂️

@chewy2420 6 жыл бұрын

Get some small live crabs for them. Declaw them and toss em in

@selmanselimovic3725 5 жыл бұрын

A full grown amazon puffer barley gets to a max size of 4 in, they are not a “large puffer”

@rhino7872 2 жыл бұрын

Are the still alive it's been 3 years?

@Lifewithpets72 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, all still alive and going strong.

@rhino7872 2 жыл бұрын

@@Lifewithpets72 how big did they get

@bando2103 6 жыл бұрын

First to comment

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Yay!

@amandalewis7699 6 жыл бұрын

Can I give my Betta fish blood worms

@Lifewithpets72 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

@gvzy327 2 жыл бұрын

i feel bad for the corydoras, hes lonely. he also needs to be in a 6+ minimum group

@Lifewithpets72 2 жыл бұрын

We currently have a group of 8 corys.

@craigsmith6893 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Sheila. Can I ask if your single?