About Omegophora cyanopunctata Hardy & Hutchins, 1981
Common Name and Taxonomy
Omegophora cyanopunctata, commonly called the bluespotted toadfish or bluespotted puffer, is a species of pufferfish that belongs to the family Tetraodontidae.
General Habitat and Endemic Range
It is a marine reef-associated species that is endemic to Australian waters.
Specific Distribution and Type Locality
Within Australia, its distribution extends from Gulf St Vincent to Rottnest Island, and its type locality is Canal Rocks.
Depth Range and Size
This species lives at depths between 1 and 25 metres (3 to 82 feet), and can grow to 18 centimetres (7 inches) in total length.
