The Oval puffer is a small, robust fish reaching up to 10 inches in length and weighing around 2 pounds. It features a rounded body with a distinctive, inflatable appearance. Inhabiting coastal waters, it primarily feeds on crustaceans and mollusks. Known for its defensive behavior, it inflates its body when threatened to deter predators. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Oval puffer
length · weight
Oval puffer
length · weight
Oval puffer
6 in · 3 oz


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