Amazon puffer
Colomesus asellus
Where at Shedd?
Amazon Rising
| Diet | Snails, worms, other crustaceans, insects and plant matter |
|---|---|
| Size | Length: Up to 5 inches (12.8 cm) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | Northern South America |
| Habitat | Amazon, Orinoco, and Essequibo River basins |
Did you know?
- A puffer fish “puffs up” its body with air or water to discourage attacking predators. Once safe, it expels and returns to normal size.
- The world has several different species of puffer that range in habitat and size. Look for other puffers in the Caribbean Reef, Wild Reef and Rivers Galleries.