Torquigener hypselogeneion

Trunkfishes

Yellowspotted puffer
Gelb-gefleckter Kugelfisch
Poisson-globe à points jaunes

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The species can be found between 3 and 57 Meters.
Rare species.
Hides in the sand.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
Hides in the sand.
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 18 cm
Maximum age known : 4 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : - Sea worms - Mollusks

Relationship with humans

The species is dangerous (i.e. poisonous) if eaten