Slender-spined porcupine fish
A species of Porcupinefishes, Also known as Porcupinefish Scientific name : Diodon nicthemerus Genus : Porcupinefishes
Slender-spined porcupine fish, A species of Porcupinefishes
Also known as:
Porcupinefish
Botanical name: Diodon nicthemerus
Genus: Porcupinefishes
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Description
The slender-spined porcupine fish (Diodon nicthemerus) is an awkward swimmer found around southern Australia. It stays in shallow waters and feeds on small seafloor-dwelling invertebrates at night. When threatened, the slender-spined porcupine fish will puff its body up - an action which also extends its sharp spines. Its flesh is poisonous to humans (as well as many marine species), further enhancing its defenses.
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Scientific Classification
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Chordates Class
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Cowfishes Family
Porcupinefish Genus
Porcupinefishes Species
Slender-spined porcupine fish 
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