Found in tropical and subtropical habitats across Oceans worldwide, the Pufferfish is a carnivore member of the Tetraodontidae family. Weighing Up to 0.8 kg, it is exceptionally low among carnivore fish. Conservation status: Not Evaluated.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Pufferfish | Carnivore Fish Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.8 kg | 55 kg | ↓ 99% |
| Height | 60 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 8 km/h | 26.5 km/h | ↓ 70% |
| Avg Speed | 8 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Pufferfish inhabits tropical and subtropical habitats. It can be found in Oceans worldwide.
Typical coloring: Various.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Pufferfish is a solitary species belonging to the Tetraodontidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
NE The Pufferfish is classified as Not Evaluated. There are 15 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 11 carnivore fish, the Pufferfish’s weight of Up to 0.8 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 55 kg.
Weight rank: #14 of 15 Not Evaluated species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coelacanth | Up to 90 kg | NE |
| 2 | Arowana | Up to 6.7 kg | NE |
| 3 | Amazon Rainforest Frog | Up to 0.5 g | NE |
| 4 | Bearded Dragon | Up to 600 g | NE |
| 5 | Blue Morpho Butterfly | Up to 0.028 g | NE |
Related Species
How much does a Pufferfish weigh?
A Pufferfish typically weighs Up to 0.8 kg, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 55 kg among carnivore fish.
What is the conservation status of the Pufferfish?
The Pufferfish is classified as “Not Evaluated”. There are 15 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Pufferfish live?
The Pufferfish is found in Oceans worldwide, in tropical and subtropical habitats.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026