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
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 20 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the best baits used to catch Black-blotched porcupinefish.

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Black-blotched porcupinefish
Oahu Coastal Waters
24 in · 20 lb
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Kāne‘ohe Sandbar
20 in · 11 lb
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Harts Landing Fish Pier
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Christiansted Harbor
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Maui Coastal Waters
20 in · 7 lb
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Estero del Soldado
13 in · 2 lb


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