Ocellated waspfish [Tetraroge barbata]
Description
The Ocellated waspfish is a marine species that belongs to the family Tetraodontidae. It is known for its venomous dorsal fin spines and its unique ability to change color to blend with its surroundings. It is usually found in tropical reefs and coastal waters around Japan, the Philippines, and Indonesia. It feeds primarily on small fishes and invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Waspfishes
Tetrarogidae
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| Genus |
Tetraroge
Tetraroge
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