The Evileye pufferfish is a small, robust fish typically measuring 6-8 inches and weighing up to 1 pound. It inhabits coastal waters and estuaries, favoring sandy or muddy substrates. With a distinctive, rounded body and spiny skin, it primarily feeds on mollusks and crustaceans. Known for its defensive puffing behavior, it inflates when threatened. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Evileye pufferfish
Fort Morgan Fishing Beach
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Evileye pufferfish
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