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Dried Puffer Fish. Porcupine fish have the ability to inflate their body by swallowing water (or air) and become round like a ball. This increase in size (almost double vertically) reduces the range of potential predators to those with much bigger mouths. A second defense mechanism is provided by the sharp spines, which radiate outwards when the fish is inflated.
Underwater coral reef in red sea
photo of baby blowfish
Great lumpfish at the north atlantic. Cyclopterus lumpus
A fish under water
Birdbeak Burrfish Cyclichthys orbicularis occurs in tropical waters of the Indo-West Pacific from the Red Sea and East Africa to the Philippines, north to southern Japan, south to Australia and New Caledonia and in the Southeast Atlantic at the south coast of South Africa in a depth range from 9 to 170m, max. length 30cm. \n\nThe nocturnal species inhabits clear protected reefs with sponge and algal habitats, staying often in large sponges during the day. Cyclichthys orbicularis occasionally occurs on reefs, but usually over sand and mud bottoms. \nThe species feeds on hard-shelled invertebrates. \n\nInterestingly, this fish can puff up its body by ingesting water, transforming into a spiny ball as a defense mechanism, which reduces its mobility but deters predators. His chemical defense mechanism is more effective than the swimming away: Tetrodotoxin (TTX) is a potent neurotoxin found in various marine organisms, including Cyclichthys orbicularis. It can be lethal to non-resistant fish species. The estimated lethal dose of TTX in humans is around 2 mg of pure toxin. Even small amounts can cause severe symptoms. \n\nThis specimen was encountered in the Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia\n1°27'13.104 N 125°14'14.634 E at 13m depth
Dried fish - Diodon holocanthus (Ballon-Igelfisch, Kugelfisch) for sale on the streets of Venice, Italy.
Funny scorpionfish deep in the sea water close to the bottom. Animals backgrounds
Poison spoder fish in the deep blue sea.
A dried, dead, puffed up pufferfish hanging outside a seafood restaurant in central Tokyo
The close-up image of a pufferfish's spines highlights its formidable defense mechanism, designed to deter predators.
Souvenir of dried spherical puffer fish with needles
Porcupinefish (Allomycterus pilatus) under water
A black sea urchin with long spines rests on sand in a marine aquarium. A lively blue and yellow fish swims in the background near colorful coral, showcasing underwater life.
Close-up of a hand gently holding a red sea urchin against the backdrop of the shimmering Vernazza coastline in Cinque Terre, Italy, with bathers enjoying the clear water during the sunset.
Macro shot of a unique fish species with intricate blue patterns and spiny features, set against a blue background. The fish’s distinct appearance makes it a compelling underwater subject.
Cow fish in the aquarium
Giant grouper fish
The pufferfish's distinctive facial features, including its large eyes and spiny exterior, make it a fascinating subject for observation.
Colorful Coral Reef Teeming with Exotic Fish. Lively and colorful coral reef in a vibrant underwater world. Diverse array of tropical fish swimming freely in their aquatic environment, creating a mesmerizing scene for nature and animal enthusiasts alike. Lion fish.
Dead Pufferfish laying on the table, at the beach side
Blue perch in baltic sea resting on reef
Close-Up of Pufferfish in Marine Aquarium
Carcass of a puffer fish washed up by the tide on a beach in Brazil
Selective focus on eyes and head of puffer fish. (Lagocephalus sceleratus, silver-cheeked toadfish, or Sennin-fugu is an extremely poisonous marine bony fish in the family Tetraodontidae)
The wreck of the Iona ship in the red sea offshore beautiful lion fish,
Cyclopterus lumpus, the lumpsucker or lumpfish, is a species of marine fish in the family Cyclopteridae (lumpsuckers)
Close up view of an Atlantic wolffish in an aquarium tank, showing its distinctive teeth, textured skin, and powerful jaw, a unique deep sea predator species.
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