Multi-line pufferfish
📖 Overview
Multi-line pufferfish (Arothron carduus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Tetraodontidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 34.2 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List. Venomous.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 11; Anal soft rays: 9 - 10; Vertebrae: 19. This species is distinguished by the following characters: longitudinal black lines on the body are many; caudal fin with irregular black lines and spots, and a yellow ventral region .Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Multi-line pufferfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range ? - 10 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
⚠️ Venom Profile
- immediate intense pain
- swelling
- erythema
- occasional nausea and weakness
Analgesia; wound care; tetanus prophylaxis; severe cases may require monitoring for systemic effects.
References: Compiled from Bhide (2018), Halstead et al. (1988) and family-specific envenomation literature
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