Common name: Porcupinefish

The Diodontidae family, commonly known as Porcupinefish, includes species renowned for their ability to inflate their bodies as a defense mechanism. These fish possess a unique body shape with large, protruding eyes and spines that stand erect when the fish is inflated. They are generally not aggressive and can be kept in larger aquariums with other peaceful fish. Porcupinefish require a varied diet, including meaty foods like shrimp and squid. They are fascinating to observe but require careful handling due to their spines and potential to release toxins.

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   Common name: Bridled burrfish

   Scientific name: Chilomycterus antennatus
2. 
   Common name: web burrfish

   Scientific name: Chilomycterus antillarum
3. 
   Common name: Spotfin burrfish

   Scientific name: Chilomycterus reticulatus
4. 
   Common name: Striped burrfish

   Scientific name: Chilomycterus schoepfii
5. 
   Common name: Striped burrfish

   Scientific name: Chilomycterus spinosus
6. 
   Common name: Birdbeak burrfish

   Scientific name: Cyclichthys orbicularis
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   Common name: Spotbase burrfish

   Scientific name: Cyclichthys spilostylus
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   Common name: Long-spined porcupine fish

   Scientific name: Diodon holocanthus
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   Common name: Spot-fin porcupinefish

   Scientific name: Diodon hystrix
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    Common name: Black-blotched porcupinefish

    Scientific name: Diodon liturosus