Fishing for Spotfin burrfish

Chilomycterus reticulatus

The Spotfin burrfish is a small, spiny fish typically reaching 12 inches in length and weighing around 3 pounds. It inhabits warm coastal waters and coral reefs. Its diet consists mainly of mollusks and crustaceans. Known for its ability to inflate its body as a defense mechanism, this fish is covered in sharp spines to deter predators. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Venomous

Source: Fishbase

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