BLACKSPOTTED PUFFER
Arothron nigropunctatus
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Inhabits coastal to outer reef crest and slopes with rich invertebrate growth. Adults often in pairs (Ref. 48637). Feeds on corals (usually Acropora tips), crustaceans, mollusks, sponges, tunicates and algae (Ref. 2334). Generally common (Ref. 9710).
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