Oceanic Puffer
Lagocephalus lagocephalus
A large oceanic pufferfish found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide. Known for its ability to inflate when threatened and contains potent toxins.
Oceanic Puffer at a glance
- Scientific name
- Lagocephalus lagocephalus
- Typical size
- 12-24 inches, 2-8 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Offshore
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Uncommon
Habitat
Lives in open ocean waters and is occasionally caught by offshore anglers as bycatch when targeting pelagic species. Typically found in deeper waters away from shore and is not specifically targeted by recreational fishermen.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a oceanic puffer through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksOceanic Puffer questions people ask
Oceanic Puffer is Lagocephalus lagocephalus.
A typical oceanic puffer runs 12-24 inches, 2-8 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every oceanic puffer you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Lives in open ocean waters and is occasionally caught by offshore anglers as bycatch when targeting pelagic species. Typically found in deeper waters away from shore and is not specifically targeted by recreational fishermen. It is a salt water species, filed under offshore in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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