"Puffed Wonders: Fact about Pufferfish"
There are over 120 species of pufferfish found in various habitats, including freshwater and marine environments.
There are over 120 species of pufferfish found in various habitats, including freshwater and marine environments.
Some species of pufferfish, like fugu in Japan, are considered delicacies, but they contain potent neurotoxins.
Some species of pufferfish, like fugu in Japan, are considered delicacies, but they contain potent neurotoxins.
Pufferfish exhibit a range of sizes, from a few centimeters to larger species like the Mbu Puffer, which can reach up to 26 inches in length.
Pufferfish exhibit a range of sizes, from a few centimeters to larger species like the Mbu Puffer, which can reach up to 26 inches in length.
Pufferfish possess a unique defense mechanism, inflating their bodies when threatened.
Pufferfish possess a unique defense mechanism, inflating their bodies when threatened.
Their complex teeth, fused into a beak-like structure, continuously grow and are used to crush the shells of their prey.
Their complex teeth, fused into a beak-like structure, continuously grow and are used to crush the shells of their prey.
Some pufferfish species have a relatively long lifespan, living up to 10–15 years in captivity.
Some pufferfish species have a relatively long lifespan, living up to 10–15 years in captivity.
Pufferfish exhibit a range of sizes, from a few centimeters to larger species like the Mbu Puffer, which can reach up to 26 inches in length.
Pufferfish exhibit a range of sizes, from a few centimeters to larger species like the Mbu Puffer, which can reach up to 26 inches in length.