Spineless toadfish facts for kids
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The Torquigener perlevis, also known as the spineless toadfish, is a type of fish. It belongs to the Tetraodontidae family, which includes pufferfish. This fish lives in the ocean waters near the coasts of northern and eastern Australia. You can find it from the Gulf of Carpentaria all the way down to the Georges River and Botany Bay in Sydney, New South Wales.
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About the Spineless Toadfish
A scientist named James Douglas Ogilby first described the spineless toadfish in 1908. He studied a fish found in Queensland, Australia, to learn about it.
What It Looks Like
The spineless toadfish has a body that is long and thin. Its back is rounded, and its belly is flat. It has a small mouth at the very front of its head. The lips are thin and have many small bumps called papillae. It also has a chin that sticks out.
Colors and Patterns
The upper part of the spineless toadfish's body is a mix of grey and brown. It has darker brown spots and patterns. This helps it blend in with its surroundings in the ocean.
Special Features
One of the most interesting things about the spineless toadfish is how it got its name. Unlike many other fish in its group, it does not have spines. This is a key feature that helps scientists tell it apart from other similar fish.
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In Spanish: Torquigener perlevis para niños
