Fishing for Checkered puffer
Sphoeroides testudineus
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The Checkered Puffer is one of many species of puffer fish, named for their ability to swell by swallowing water or air as a defense mechanism. Checkered puffer are typically pale tan to yellow in color, with a polygonal or square pattern of lines much like a giraffe. Commonly found in tidal creeks, bays and protected coastal waters. Also in brackish water. Highly toxic.
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Water type
Saltwater / Mixed
IUCN Status
Least concern
Threat to humans
Poisonous to eat
Source: Fishbase
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