Porcupine Fish
Porcupine Fish
Size
92.00cm
Genus
Diodon hystrix
Avg. Size
30.0cm
Depth
3.0metres
Endangered?
Low
Local Hotspots
Bay Islands: Haliburton Wreck, Iron Bound
Diver Interaction
They can often be closely observed whilst peering out of their entrances. Since they are shy, they retreat to their protective recess if approached. Inflated if molested, which causes them great stress.
Habitat & Lifestyle
Lurk in or near cave openings, recesses, and occasionally in grassy areas.
Distribution
Occasional Florida, Bahamas, Caribbean; also Gulf of Mexico, north to Massachusetts, Bermuda and south to Brazil; circumtropical.
Unique Physique
Small, dark spots over entire body. 1. Spots on fins.
Abundance
Common - Sighting as are frequent, but not necessarily on every dive.