Pufferfish Diet: What Do These Marine Animals Eat?

- Crustaceans: Crabs, shrimp, krill, and barnacles

- Molluscs: Clams, mussels, and squid

- Fish: Small fish, such as sardines, anchovies, and minnows

- Insects: Water bugs, beetles, and larvae

- Worms: Marine worms and polychaetes

- Sea urchins

- Jellyfish

- Plankton

The specific diet of a pufferfish depends on its species, size, and habitat. Some pufferfish are generalist feeders, while others specialize in a particular type of prey. For example, some species of pufferfish have specialized teeth for crushing the shells of mollusks, while others have sharp teeth for catching and cutting smaller fish.