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The Tetraodontidae are a family of primarily marine and estuarine fish of the order Tetraodontiformes. The family includes many familiar species which are variously called pufferfish, puffers, balloonfish, blowfish, blowies, bubblefish, globefish, swellfish, toadfish, toadies, honey toads, sugar toads, and sea squab.[1] They are morphologically similar to the closely related porcupinefish, which have large external spines (unlike the thinner, hidden spines of the Tetraodontidae, which are only visible when the fish has puffed up). The scientific name refers to the four large teeth, fused into an upper and lower plate, which are used for crushing the shells of crustaceans and mollusks, their natural prey. (Wikipedia)
Taken in the Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium
Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium began life in a tiny one-room building on Florida's west coast in 1955. We were founded on three basic principles: passion, philanthropy and partnership. We had the passion of a young woman — Dr. Eugenie Clark — for her science. We had the philanthropy of Anne and William Vanderbilt, who built the one-room lab where Mote started and, later, the philanthropy of William R. Mote who helped us grow and is today the Lab's namesake. And, of course, we have always had our partnership with the community, which holds a strong connection to Mote and has supported us throughout our history.
Today, Mote can no longer be contained by one small room. More than 200 staff members — including more than 30 Ph.D. scientists — call the Lab home. From our Sarasota base of operations, we conduct research on six of the world's seven continents. Our education programs engage students in science and learning locally, nationally and internationally. We are continuously helping to create a more ocean literate society.
[Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium]
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Smooth Toadfish - Tetractenos glaber (Fréminville, 1813) [more of this species]
This is the most common species of pufferfish in South-eastern Australia. It can be identified by its red eyes, smooth skin and the spotting pattern on its back. This consists of regular sized spots all over with larger spots forming vertical strips on its back. Its tail is clear to yellowish with an orange or at least a yellower lower third.
Date: January 18, 2016
Location: Gerringong [more at this location]
Country: Australia
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