Malabar pufferfish
📖 Overview
Reaches less than 2.5 cm TL. Probably one of the endangered species. Maximum length of 15 cm TL in Ref. 13614 is erroneous; length needs better source (RF).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Malabar pufferfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Malabar pufferfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Eggs are deposited and thus hidden in vegetation.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 7.5 - 8.3; potamodromous . Tropical; 22°C - 28°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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