Smooth Blaasop
Lagocephalus inermis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–200 m
- Max size: 90 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A large pufferfish of the shelf edge, the smooth blaasop reaches about ninety centimetres and can inflate its smooth bellied body when threatened. Its flesh carries the potent toxin common to its family, which makes it dangerous to eat.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Tetraodontiformes › Tetraodontidae › Lagocephalus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219955.
FAQ
- How deep does the Smooth Blaasop live?
- The Smooth Blaasop (Lagocephalus inermis) is typically found at 10–200 m.
- Is the Smooth Blaasop dangerous to divers?
- The Smooth Blaasop is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Smooth Blaasop get?
- The Smooth Blaasop grows to about 90 cm.