Fishing for Black-blotched porcupinefish

Diodon liturosus

The Black-blotched porcupinefish is a marine species known for its distinctive spiny appearance and ability to inflate when threatened. Typically reaching 14-18 inches and weighing up to 3 pounds, it inhabits coral reefs and rocky areas. Its diet consists mainly of mollusks and crustaceans. This nocturnal fish is solitary and uses its strong jaws to crush prey. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Reports of ciguatera poisoning

Source: Fishbase

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