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Black blotched pufferfish (Diodon liturosus) inflated with water at night as defensive behaviour
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Black blotched pufferfish (Diodon liturosus) inflated with water at night as defensive behaviour
Black blotched pufferfish (Diodon liturosus) inflated with water at night as defensive behaviour, Sipadan Island, Borneo, Malaysia
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Borneo Catalogue4 Defensive Faces Fish Front View Malaysia Mutant Nature Night Nightmare One Animal Open Mouth Osteichthyes Portraits Sealife Spiky Spines Tropical Ugly Weird White White Colour Horror Inflated Porcupinefish Sipadan Island
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Nightmare on Sipadan Island: The Spiky Horror Show!". In this print by Jeff Rotman, we witness the bizarre and fascinating defensive behavior of a Black blotched pufferfish (Diodon liturosus) in action. Under the cover of darkness, this marine mutant nature unleashes its unique defense mechanism - inflating itself with water to transform into a nightmarish creature! With its spiky white exterior resembling something straight out of a horror movie, this porcupinefish showcases its intimidating arsenal of spines. Its open mouth adds an extra touch of terror as it stares directly at the camera lens, revealing rows of sharp teeth. The close-up shot captures every intricate detail, from the fish's strange facial expressions to its weirdly inflated body. It's hard not to be captivated by such an unusual sight! This one-of-a-kind portrait highlights the beauty found in even the most unconventional creatures that inhabit our underwater world. As if plucked from our darkest dreams and brought to life beneath the waves off Borneo's shores, this black blotched pufferfish serves as a reminder that nature is full of surprises. So next time you find yourself diving into unknown waters, keep your eyes peeled for these extraordinary vertebrates – just don't let them give you too much of a fright!
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