Dogface Pufferfish and Similar Species
Arothron nigropunctatus
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Starry Pufferfish
Arothron stellatus
Key differences: A. stellatus grows much larger (up to 120 cm) and is covered in numerous small white spots on a dark background, rather than black spots. Juveniles of A. stellatus have large black blotches.
Valentin's Sharpnose Puffer
Canthigaster valentini
Key differences: Canthigaster species are generally smaller, have a more pointed snout, and often display distinct stripe patterns rather than scattered spots. They also belong to a different genus.
Map Pufferfish
Arothron mappa
Key differences: A. mappa is much larger (up to 60 cm) and is characterized by intricate, maze-like patterns or lines on its body, rather than distinct spots.
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