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Threetooth puffer

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A species of pufferfish found at depths from100 to 300 meters. It has three strong frontal teeth, and when threatened it inflates its belly flap to discourage predators. Churaumi Aquarium was the first place to successfully care for them in captivity.

Scientific name Triodon macropterus
English name Threetooth puffer

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