Spotfin Burrfish
Chilomycterus reticulatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–100 m
- Max size: 69.7 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
Covered in short, fixed spines, this burrfish swells into a prickly ball when alarmed, which makes it an awkward mouthful for any predator. It is active by day over reefs and soft bottoms, then braces itself against the seabed to sleep at night, and reaches about seventy centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Tetraodontiformes › Diodontidae › Chilomycterus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219964.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spotfin Burrfish live?
- The Spotfin Burrfish (Chilomycterus reticulatus) is typically found at 20–100 m.
- Is the Spotfin Burrfish dangerous to divers?
- The Spotfin Burrfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Spotfin Burrfish get?
- The Spotfin Burrfish grows to about 69.7 cm.