Definition
burrfish
noun
- A small, spiny marine fish of the family Tetraodontidae, capable of inflating its body with water or air as a defense mechanism.
Usage: Also called a pufferfish or globefish in some regions.; Found in tropical and subtropical waters.
Examples
- The burrfish puffed up into a spiky ball when threatened by the larger predator.
- Divers often encounter burrfish while exploring coral reefs in warm waters.
- The burrfish's spines become more prominent when it inflates its body.
- Some species of burrfish contain toxins that make them dangerous to eat.
- Children at the aquarium were fascinated by the burrfish's ability to expand.