Common name: Burrfish

Chilomycterus is a genus of fish known commonly as burrfish. They are part of the family Diodontidae, which includes pufferfish and porcupinefish. Burrfish are known for their ability to inflate their bodies as a defense mechanism against predators. They have a distinctive appearance with spines covering their body, which remain erect when the fish is inflated. In the aquarium, they require a spacious tank with plenty of hiding places and a diet that includes hard-shelled foods to help wear down their ever-growing teeth. They can be aggressive towards smaller tank mates and are best kept with larger, non-aggressive fish.

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   Common name: Bridled burrfish

   Scientific name: Chilomycterus antennatus
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   Common name: web burrfish

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

   Scientific name: Chilomycterus reticulatus
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   Common name: Striped burrfish

   Scientific name: Chilomycterus schoepfii
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   Common name: Striped burrfish

   Scientific name: Chilomycterus spinosus