Sphoeroides spengleri

Trunkfishes

  • Bandtail puffer
  • Geperlter Kugelfisch
  • kogelvis
  • Poisson-coffre à queue striée
  • Tamboril collarete

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species is found in a sheltered zone
  • The species can be found between 2 and 70 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 30 cm
  • The animal feeds mainly on small invertebrates that it gleans on the seafloor.

Relationship with humans

  • The species is dangerous (i.e. poisonous) if eaten
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.