Fish species in Japan

Yellowfin puffer

シマフグ · shimafugu
Takifugu xanthopterus

Yellow fins and wavy pale patterns on a dark back are useful field clues for this large puffer. Its strong teeth may damage hooks and leaders.

Habitat and season

Warm inshore and offshore waters.

Months are a broad guide, not a current catch forecast. Region, water temperature and local closures can change the season.

Detailed Japanese species notes

暗い背側にうねる模様を持ち、黄色いひれが目立つ大型のフグ。ルアーや船の餌釣りで出会うことがある。

家庭で調理しない。食用としての利用は適切な資格を持つ専門家の処理が前提。