This pufferfish has a striking pattern resembling that of a guineafowl, with a rounded body and large eyes. A memorable fact is that it can inflate itself dramatically when threatened.
Habitat
Shallow coastal waters and coral reefs.
Diet
Primarily feeds on hard-shelled invertebrates like mollusks and crustaceans.
How common
Uncommon
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