Neovespicula [Neovespicula]

Description

Neovespicula is known for the distinctively patterned species that inhabit both coral reefs and rocky environments. These fishes have a venomous spine on their dorsal fin used for defense. They are opportunistic feeders, preying on small fish and crustaceans.

Species
Spotted Pufferfish
Spotted Pufferfish [Neovespicula integerrima]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Chordates
Chordata
Class Fish
Actinopterygii
Order Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
Family Waspfishes
Tetrarogidae
Statistics
  • Species 1