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Hedgehog fish
Flinders is probably referring to the puffer fish. Over 120 species worldwide. They inflate themselves with air or water when threatened - making it very difficult for a predator to swallow them. Some species can be poisonous if not prepared properly. They feed on corals, sea snails and small shellfish.

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