Compressed Toby
Canthigaster compressa
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 2–25 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny pufferfish relative of shallow lagoon sand and silty harbours, it patrols among wharf pilings usually paired with a mate. It reaches only about 12 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Tetraodontiformes › Tetraodontidae › Canthigaster
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275249.
FAQ
- How deep does the Compressed Toby live?
- The Compressed Toby (Canthigaster compressa) is typically found at 2–25 m.
- Is the Compressed Toby dangerous to divers?
- The Compressed Toby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Compressed Toby get?
- The Compressed Toby grows to about 12 cm.