Arothron hispidus

  • White-spotted puffer
  • Weissfleck-Kugelfisch
  • Witgevlekte kogelvis
  • Poisson-globe à taches blanches
  • Pez globo manchado de blanco
  • Pesce palla a punti bianchi

Distribution

  • The tropical Pacific
  • The Red Sea
  • The Indian Ocean
  • The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally motionless in its environment
  • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
  • The species can be found between 1 and 50 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 50 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Sponges - Algae - Coral - Echinoderms -

Relationship with humans

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