Polka Dot Puffer (Indian Ocean) Marine Fish giving it a distinct look

giving it a distinct look from all other tangs

and often fluorescence under actinic lighting

with another brushstroke in the same hue on its tail

Named after its long mustache that pokes out in front of its face

It is important not to underestimate the potency of this toxin- gloves are highly recommended when handling this animal

Polka Dot Puffer (Indian Ocean) Marine Fish giving it a distinct lookPufferfish are some of the most interesting fish available. Their rounded bodies and cute faces are almost irresistible. Tank mates should be selected carefully, however, as pufferfish will use their strong beaks to investigate everything in the aquarium for edibility. They like to eat snails, crabs, bivalves and shrimp, and in fact these crunchy items are important for trimming their ever growing beaks. They may also sample corals, feather dusters,