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Bandtail Puffer

Sphoeroides spengleri

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Tetraodontiformes ›Family: Tetraodontidae ›Genus: Sphoeroides

About

Bandtail puffer, Sphoeroides spengleri, is a species in the family Tetraodontidae, or pufferfishes. It can grow to a length of about 30 cm and is common in the Caribbean and observed from Massachusetts, USA in the north to Santa Catarina, Brazil in the south.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bandtail Puffer?
The scientific name of Bandtail Puffer is Sphoeroides spengleri.
What kingdom does Bandtail Puffer belong to?
Bandtail Puffer belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Bandtail Puffer belong to?
Bandtail Puffer belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Bandtail Puffer belong to?
Bandtail Puffer belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Bandtail Puffer belong to?
Bandtail Puffer belongs to the order Tetraodontiformes.
What family does Bandtail Puffer belong to?
Bandtail Puffer belongs to the family Tetraodontidae.
What genus does Bandtail Puffer belong to?
Bandtail Puffer belongs to the genus Sphoeroides.