Tetraodontidae (Noun)
Meaning
Puffers.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The tetraodontidae family, commonly known as puffers, includes over 120 species of fish that have the unique ability to inflate their bodies.
- Some species of tetraodontidae, such as the Takifugu rubripes, are considered delicacies in certain cultures, despite the risk of tetrodotoxin poisoning.
- Tetraodontidae are characterized by their rounded bodies, often covered in small spines, and their ability to swallow air or water to inflate their bodies.
- Puffers, which belong to the tetraodontidae family, have been observed using their ability to inflate as a defense mechanism against predators.
- In the aquarium trade, some species of tetraodontidae are popular among enthusiasts due to their unique appearance and behaviors.