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Balloonfish

Balloonfish

Spines are usually lowered but can become erect without the fish inflating. Common from from the Gulf of California south to Panama. They are generally solitary but schools of them can be observed in Manzanillo. They prefer shade, protective areas in rock reefs, boulder strewn slopes and walls. They can be wary of divers but will usually allow a close approach.

Stats

Family: Spiny Puffers
Features: Brown with small dark spots. They have no spots on their fins and long spines on their heads.
Size: 8-14", maximum 20"
Cautions: None
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