Safety note: Contains toxins; avoid eating.
The Map Puffer is known for its intricate, map-like patterns on its skin. It can inflate its body as a defense mechanism against predators.
Habitat
Prefers shallow coastal waters and coral reefs.
Diet
Primarily feeds on hard-shelled invertebrates.
How common
Uncommon
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