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Noun: Diodon hystrix
  1. Spines become erect when the body is inflated; worldwide in warm waters
    "Divers often encounter Diodon hystrix in coral reefs";
    - porcupinefish, porcupine fish

Type of: spiny puffer

Part of: Diodon, genus Diodon

Encyclopedia: Diodon hystrix