Diverse Darlings: There are 200 species of pufferfish globally. That’s a lot of puff!
Not All are Poisonous: Only about a quarter of pufferfish are toxic. Note: Our species the silver cheeked toadfish is HIGHLY toxic, never eat this species!
Thorny Defense: No scales, just thorns. Puff up, thorns out—predators beware!
Survival Superpowers: Pufferfish can puff, spike, and poison their way out of being eaten causing very few predators to dare!
Water Balloons: They inflate by gulping water. Instant balloon mode!
Dental Dynamos: Their teeth continuously regenerate from stem cells adding new bands on top the old ones—which is nature’s best dental care!
Safe Sushi: Poisonous pufferfish are not used in Japanese fugu!
Toxic Tissues: Their toxins are spread throughout the entire body. Handle with care! No toxins remain after tanning, don’t worry, they are safe even for your pets to chew on.
Medical Marvel: Their poison is being tested as a new, non-addictive painkiller.
Mediterranean Giants: Our species is the largest pufferfish species ever found that can grow over 10 kg. Huge fish = huge environmental impacts affecting our native biodiversity!
BONUS: Leather Legends: Their unique stripes and spots on their skin is maintained after turning their skin into leather, making waves in eco-couture fashion!

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