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    Lagocephalus sceleratus - Wikipedia

    Lagocephalus sceleratus (Gmelin, 1789), commonly known as the silver-cheeked toadfish, or Sennin-fugu (Japanese: 仙人河豚), is an extremely poisonous marine bony fish in the family Tetraodontidae (puffer fishes). See more

    The species is common in the tropical waters of the Indian and Pacific oceans. It is a recent Lessepsian migrant into the eastern See more

    The silver-cheeked toadfish preys upon benthic invertebrates. See more

    Eggs and larvae are found in the pelagic zone. See more

    Froese, Rainer; Pauly, Daniel (eds.). Lagocephalus sceleratus (Gmelin, 1789) "4761 Lagocephalus sceleratus (Gmelin, 1789)". FishBase. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
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    The silver-cheeked toadfish is very similar to the oceanic pufferfish but more elongated and with a symmetrical caudal (tail) fin. Its back is grey or brown with darker spots and it has a white belly. A characteristic silver band runs along the sides of the fish. … See more

    Similar to other puffer fishes, the silver-cheeked toadfish is extremely poisonous if eaten because it contains tetrodotoxin in its ovaries and to a lesser extent its skin, muscles and liver, … See more

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  2. Silver Puffer (Lagocephalus sceleratus) - iNaturalist

    The Lagocephalus sceleratus (Gmelin, 1789), known as the silver-cheeked toadfish, is an extremely poisonous marine bony fish in the family Tetraodontidae (puffer fishes). (Source: Wikipedia, '', …

  3. 12 Interesting Pufferfish Facts - Fact Animal

  4. Silver Toadfish, Lagocephalus sceleratus (Gmelin, 1789)

    The Silver Toadfish is found widely throughout the tropical Indo-Pacific region. The map below shows the Australian distribution of the species based on public sightings and specimens in Australian Museums.

  5. Pufferfishes and Their Relatives | Smithsonian Ocean

    Scientists are still learning where silver tripodfish occur, with a several new studies reporting that they occur off India where they were previously unknown. Their name comes from the long dorsal spine and the two stiff pelvic fin …

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  7. 20 Types of Pufferfish: Species, Facts and Photos - TRVST

    BY Mike Gomez, BA · 03·13·24 · LAST UPDATED: 10·22·24. This article explores the different types of Pufferfish, including their habitats and diets. Beyond their well-known defensive tactics, this article also tackles additional …

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  9. Lagocephalus sceleratus - Fishes of Australia

    Summary: A dark greenish-grey puffer with black spots densely scattered on the upper head and body, bluish-grey sides with a broad silver band along the head and body, greyish-white ventral surface, a yellowish-grey caudal fin, and a …

  10. All About Pufferfish Species - The Spruce Pets

    Mar 21, 2022 · Although related to Pufferfish, Porcupinefish or Burrfish are not poisonous, but there are many species of Puffers that do excrete tetrodotoxin. With these facts, pictures, characteristics, compatibility, feeding, aquarium …

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