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Porcupinefish are fish of the family Diodontidae (order Tetraodontiformes).
They have the ability to blow themselves up by swallowing water or air when threatened. They are covered by long spines that stick out sharply when the fish is inflated.
The porcupinefish is closely related to the pufferfish, which does not have spines.
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Long-Spined Porcupinefish
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"Porcupinefishes (there are several types) are very similar to Puffers, although they are from different families". Narrative with images Read More
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Puffer or Porcuping Fish
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"Can you imagine changing your shape and distorting your body into a big round ball when you get frightened or startled". Narrative. Good site for school work Read More
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Porcupine Fish
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Narrative. "Named for its spine-covered skin, the porcupine fish can be found in oceans throughout the world". Read More
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Porcupine Fish Image
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Freckled Porcupine Fish
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Porcupine Fish Image
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Spot-Fin Porcupinefish
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