Fishing for Map puffer

Arothron mappa

The map puffer is a marine fish known for its distinctive map-like patterns. It inhabits coral reefs and lagoons in the Indo-Pacific region. Growing up to 24 inches and weighing around 6 pounds, it feeds on algae, mollusks, and crustaceans. This species exhibits solitary behavior and inflates its body as a defense mechanism against predators. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Poisonous to eat

Source: Fishbase

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