Tyler's Toby
Canthigaster tyleri
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–40 m
- Max size: 9 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny pufferfish, around 9 centimetres, that keeps to clear lagoon and seaward reefs and is secretive, often holed up under ledges. It feeds on a mix of algae, sponges and small invertebrates.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Tetraodontiformes › Tetraodontidae › Canthigaster
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219942.
FAQ
- How deep does the Tyler's Toby live?
- The Tyler's Toby (Canthigaster tyleri) is typically found at 1–40 m.
- Is the Tyler's Toby dangerous to divers?
- The Tyler's Toby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Tyler's Toby get?
- The Tyler's Toby grows to about 9 cm.