Hello sea lovers! Today we are going to dive into the depths of the ocean to explore one of our favorite reef critters: The secrets of the pufferfish ! But, we are not going to bore you with technical topics and impossible to pronounce Latin names, we will leave that forWikipedia , we are going to focus on the gossip, on the curious things that you surely did not know. Let's get started!
Pufferfish's ability to inflate: An underwater superpower?
Okay, I'm sure you already knew this, and the very name of the fish was a spoiler . But... where does the puffer fish get all the air to inflate itself ?
Actually, nowhere. What our friend does when he feels threatened is fill a special swim bladder with water . He can reach several times his original size, displaying hard, resistant spines that make him impossible to swallow.
Funny? Not so much for him. He thinks this is his response to stress where he has literally feared for his life.
If you see a bloated puffer fish on one of your dives, give it some space, because it's not having a good time.
Deadly pufferfish toxins. A poison that commands respect
Watch out! Because our little friend, the puffer fish, hides a deadly secret in its body.
Their skin and organs contain a potent neurotoxin called tetrodotoxin , which can be lethal to many animals, including humans.
In fact, pufferfish tetrodotoxin is up to 1,200 times more potent than cyanide , so as adorable as this little fish may look, keep your distance.
Did you know that dolphins tend to get “addicted” to the effects of pufferfish tetrodotoxin? What a rush!
Yes, you read that right, it turns out that some dolphins are, what we could call: “thrill seekers” and enjoy playing by putting their lives on the edge .
Dolphins have been observed gently nibbling on pufferfish to release small amounts of tetrodotoxin. This makes them feel euphoric and drowsy without putting their lives at risk - poor pufferfish!
The mating ritual and “works of art” of pufferfish. An underwater romance.
What artists they are! Did you know that puffer fish are born little artists? During mating season , males create intricate patterns in the sea sand to attract females. These patterns are so elaborate and detailed that they could compete with the best art in the human world – all done for love!
Well, who would have thought that such a peculiar fish could have so many exciting secrets underwater? But, as we always say, nature never ceases to surprise us.
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And remember, deep down, we are all the same! 🐠🤿