Possible sick porcupine puffer

[Pterryanna]

Hi. I just started working at a salon and I noticed that the puffer looked bad today. He hasn't moved and earlier I noticed gravel stuck in his mouth. He's following my finger with his eyes but he just seems hunched and lethargic. I took a picture any info would be appreciated.

 

[ritter6788]

First of all, welcome to R2R!

Who's taking care of the tank? A full run of water parameters are needed for something like this. It could be anything from poor water quality, poor diet or disease.

 

[kschweer]

Some puffers can be finicky eaters. Like stated above water parameters should be checked. He looks a little thin to me but it could be the picture. I have heard of trying ghost shrimp to try and make them eat. Hope that helps some

 

[SeahorseKeeper]

It is possible that the puffer's teeth are overgrown. If this is the case, the puffer might not be able to eat.

 

[wysiwyg]

It is possible that the puffer's teeth are overgrown. If this is the case, the puffer might not be able to eat.

+1 on this was the first thing that came to mind