Arothron nigropunctatus

Trunkfishes

Blackspotted pufferfish
Schwarzflecken-Kugelfisch
Zwartgevlekte kogelvis
Poisson-ballon à taches noires
Pez glodo enmascarado
Pesce palla macchiato

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Indian Ocean

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 can be found between 3 and 25 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a couple
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 33 cm
The animal feeds mainly on small invertebrates that it gleans on the seafloor.
Diet : Sponges - Coral - Algae
The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest