LONG-SPINE PORCUPINEFISH
Diodon holocanthus
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Inhabits shallow reefs to open, soft bottoms. Also in areas with rocky substrata. Sometimes forms groups (Ref. 9710, 48637). Occurs on open muddy substrates as well as on rich soft-bottom and coral reefs. Juveniles often with floating Sargassum rafts. Young and sub-adults may form small groups (Ref. 48637). Juveniles pelagic to about 6-9 cm. Solitary. Feeds on mollusks, sea urchins, hermit crabs, and crabs at night (Ref. 9680). A relatively poor swimmer (Ref. 9710). Used in Chinese medicine (Ref. 12166). Captured at the surface using a hand net (Ref. 26165).
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