Bicolored Pufferfish

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Tetranodon_biocellatus
gptkbp:adaptation Adapted to avoid predators.
gptkbp:application Potential medical applications of toxins
gptkbp:behavior Generally peaceful
gptkbp:body_style Rounded and robust
gptkbp:breathability Buccal pumping
gptkbp:breeding_season Males display to attract females
gptkbp:color Camouflage and warning coloration
Can change color when stressed
Bicolored with yellow and black
Some have more yellow or black
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Bicolored_Pufferfish
gptkbp:conservation_efforts Protected in some regions
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance Used in traditional dishes in some cultures
gptkbp:dam Saltwater
gptkbp:defense_mechanism Inflation and toxin production
gptkbp:diet gptkb:product
gptkbp:distribution Indo-Pacific region
gptkbp:ecological_role Herbivore in coral reef ecosystems
gptkbp:egg_color Eggs are adhesive
gptkbp:family gptkb:Tetraodontidae
gptkbp:fins Dorsal and anal fins present
gptkbp:fishing_regulations Regulated in some countries
Overfishing in some areas
gptkbp:foraging_behavior Grazes on algae and coral
gptkbp:habitat gptkb:Coral_reefs
Typically found at depths of 1-30 meters
gptkbp:has_skin Rough and spiny
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Bicolored Pufferfish
gptkbp:larval_stage Pelagic larval stage
gptkbp:length 30 cm
gptkbp:lifespan Up to 10 years in captivity
gptkbp:local_names Known as ' Lao' in some regions
gptkbp:mimicry Some species mimic appearance for protection
gptkbp:predators Larger fish and sharks
gptkbp:reproduction Oviparous
gptkbp:research_interest Studied for toxin properties
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Arothron_nigropunctatus
gptkbp:senses Good vision and smell
gptkbp:social_structure Solitary or in pairs
gptkbp:species Four pairs of gills
Not commonly farmed
gptkbp:speed Paddle-like swimming
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships gptkb:Cleaner_shrimp
gptkbp:tank_mates Can be aggressive towards smaller fish
gptkbp:threats Habitat loss and pollution
gptkbp:traded_on Requires large tank
Not suitable for community tanks
Requires a varied diet in captivity
gptkbp:venomous gptkb:Tetrodotoxin