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Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer

Canthigaster rostrata

Taxonomy

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

About

Canthigaster rostrata, commonly known as the Caribbean sharp-nose puffer, is a pufferfish from the Western Central Atlantic. It can be encountered from the coast of South Carolina to Venezuela, including the Bermuda, the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer?
The scientific name of Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer is Canthigaster rostrata.
What is the conservation status of Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer?
The Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer belong to?
Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer belong to?
Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer belong to?
Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer belong to?
Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer belongs to the order Tetraodontiformes.
What family does Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer belong to?
Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer belongs to the family Tetraodontidae.
What genus does Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer belong to?
Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer belongs to the genus Canthigaster.