Takifugu Chinensis
📖 Overview
Takifugu Chinensis (Takifugu chinensis) 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 55 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Venomous.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 17 - 18; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 14 - 15. Body covered with prickles. A large round black blotch edged with a white line on side just behind pectoral fin. Anal fin black .: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Takifugu Chinensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Takifugu Chinensis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Takifugu Chinensis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Temperate Northwest Pacific: west of Tsushima, Japan to the East China and Yellow seas.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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