Local Puffer ID

[Clay]

I'm not sure what type of puffer this is?
It has some similar features to the honeycomb puffers but the underside is much lighter and middle of it's back almost looks smudged?

 

[Clay]

I think I got it?

Bennett's Sharpnose Puffer (Canthigaster bennetti)

 

[hotdog83]

Yes, you are right. There are quite few ones in our local waters: Valentini, Bennetti and Amboenensis probably the most common ones around.

 

[Clay]

Has anyone else seen a triggerfish or filefish with the same markings as this puffer?
I saw one in the same area as where I caught this puffer.

I know you do get something called a Mimic Filefish that looks like the Saddleback/Valentinni's Puffer. But this was the first time I've seen something look like the Bennett's puffer?