Striped pufferfish

Poisson-ballon pyjama

Scientific name : Arothron manilensis

Family : Tetraodontidae (pufferfish, 205 species)
Size : Up to 31 cm
Distribution : From Japan to Australia and Fiji

Biology : This pufferfish particularly likes sandy bottoms and sea grass beds, and can even bury itself to remain unnoticed. However, if it is spotted, it can always inflate itself or, if necessary, rely on its toxic substances to avoid being eaten.

IUCN status : Least concern