Just look at the eyes- Diving 9 Foot Stake dive site 5.23.24

Saw this beauty on my 100th dive with Lost Reef Adventures today. (Overall my 470th dive but 100th just with them) Their eyes fascinate me. They seem electric. This type of puffer is always great to find. This was on the second dive of the day and we happened to see one on the first dive, too.
Backing up my memories here so I have an 'off site' copy to access in the future.
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[@marypettyfer4640]

Oooh wow love this fascinating creatures I have not seen many documentaries this is a rare treat 😊😊

[@Pete_R63]

I felt guilty because it was sitting pretty peacefully in a little nook in that coral but I hadn't seen any of these for the first 26 dives. Their eyes are just so mesmerizing. Thanks for watching!

[@TheSirensLog]

I love that you spoke to him underwater. 😂❤

[@Pete_R63]

Haha!! I'm always talking to them. One day, maybe they'll talk back! Thanks for giving it a peek! Cheers

[@billfraser2279]

Man, you are really seeing a lot of unusual creatures

[@Pete_R63]

It is a completely different planet under the water! Thanks for giving it a look!

[@jamesbruno2432]

Those eyes are giving you that "You didn't bring me any bacon?" look.

[@Pete_R63]

Hahaha! Yes, just glowing with disappointment! Not to mention turning its back on me and giving me 'fishbutt' as a sign of disrespect.