- Threebar Porcupinefish, Dicotylichthys punctulatus
Sometimes called balloon fish or just spiky puffer, these incredible fish are found throughout Moreton Bay and most of the southern east coast of Australia. Quite a common catch when fishing our local jetties and are quite the sight when they puff up as big as a football. They are also curious of divers showing little fear as they follow you around.
SpikyPuffer Warning: Poisonous
Beware though – they are extremely poisonous if eaten and although the spines are not toxic to touch, they can take a small finger off with the pair of fused teeth used for chewing crabs and breaking shells. They can also be deadly to dogs if they decide to snack on a dead one that has washed up on the shore.
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- The Benefits of Forest Bathing Yoga
- UpStage Theatre Unleashes The Hound of the Baskervilles
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- Friends of Lutwyche Cemetery
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- Warehouse Cricket Secures Funding for New Facilities
- Aspley Rotary Expands Volunteer Opportunities
- Organic Gardening in March
