Hello sea lovers! Today we're 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 Latin names that are impossible to pronounce, we will leave that forWikipedia , we are going to focus on salsa, on the curious things that you probably didn't know . Let's get started!
Pufferfish's Inflation Ability: An Underwater Super Power?
Okay, I'm sure you knew this, plus the name of the fish itself was already a spoiler . But... where does the pufferfish get so much air to inflate ?
Really, from nowhere. What our friend does when he feels threatened is fill a special swim bladder with water . It can reach several times its original size, displaying hard and resistant spines, which make it impossible to swallow.
Fun? For him, not so much. He thinks this is his stress response where he has literally feared for his life.
If you see a bloated puffer fish on one of your dives, give it its space, because it is not having a good time.
Deadly pufferfish toxins. A poison that commands respect
Careful! 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 bugger looks, keep your distance.
Did you know that dolphins tend to be “addicted” to the effects of pufferfish tetrodotoxin? What a high!
Yes, you read correctly, it turns out that some dolphins are, what we could call: “thrill seekers” and they enjoy playing by putting their lives to the limit .
Some dolphins have been observed gently nibbling puffer fish to release small amounts of tetrodotoxin. This gives them a feeling of euphoria and numbness without putting their lives at risk, poor pufferfish!
The mating rite and “works of art” of pufferfish. An Underwater Romance.
What artists they are made of! Did you know that puffer fish are innate crafters? During the mating period , 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 - what is done for love!
Anyway, who would think that such a peculiar fish could have so many exciting secrets underwater? But, as we always say, nature never stops surprising us.
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And remember, deep down, we are all equal! 🐠🤿