The Ambon toby (Canthigaster amboinensis) is a saltwater fish of the family Tetraodontidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The Ambon toby is a sharpnose puffer (Tetraodontidae) from the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about 15 cm and has a stocky body with a pointed snout. The brown body is densely scattered with light-blue spots and lines. With a beak-like dentition it crushes coral, molluscs and crustaceans. Flesh and organs contain the deadly poison tetrodotoxin and must never be eaten; touching is harmless.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Ambon toby?
The Ambon toby has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Ambon toby live?
The Ambon toby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Ambon toby get?
The Ambon toby grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Ambon toby dangerous to humans?
The Ambon toby is venomous — handle spines with care and seek medical help after a sting if needed.
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Same genus Canthigaster
More from the family Tetraodontidae
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