Safety note: Handle with caution due to tetrodotoxin, which is highly toxic.
This pufferfish has a distinctive narrow-lined pattern on its body and can inflate when threatened. It is notable for its ability to produce a potent toxin called tetrodotoxin.
Habitat
Prefers coral reefs and lagoons.
Diet
Primarily eats algae and small invertebrates.
How common
Uncommon
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