Florent's Guide To The

South Florida Reefs

Spotfin Burrfish

Spotfin Burrfish - Chilomycterus reticulatus
Location: Palm Beach, Florida

Scientific Name: Chilomycterus reticulatus
Category: Porcupinefishes
Size: 8 to 12 in. (20 to 30 cm)  
Depth: 10-90 ft. (3-27 m)
Distribution: Florida, Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, Hawaii, West Pacific, Australia, Gulf of California, Pacific Coast of Mexico to Panama


 
 

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