The Evileye blaasop (Amblyrhynchotes honckenii) is a fish of the family Tetraodontidae that grows up to 22 cm.
Description
The evileye blaasop is a pufferfish (Tetraodontidae) from coastal waters of southern Africa and the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 22 cm and has a stocky, scaleless, grey-green body with a white belly and small dark spots; when threatened it inflates with water into a ball. With a strong beak-like jaw it crushes molluscs and crustaceans. Its organs contain deadly tetrodotoxin; the fish must not be eaten.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Evileye blaasop?
The Evileye blaasop is mainly green and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Evileye blaasop live?
The Evileye blaasop is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Evileye blaasop get?
The Evileye blaasop grows to a maximum of about 22 cm.
Is the Evileye blaasop dangerous to humans?
The Evileye blaasop is venomous — handle spines with care and seek medical help after a sting if needed.
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