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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. Bears venomous spines or tissue; handle with great care.
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. This fish contains tetrodotoxin, a powerful nerve poison with no antidote; do not eat it. After ingestion tingling, numbness, muscle weakness and breathing problems can develop within an hour. Call emergency services at once; prompt medical monitoring and breathing support are life-saving.
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