Blow Fish Вђ“ March-september 2020 Official

The five most toxic types of tetraodon fish are most dangerous during their breeding periods, which typically occur between February–March and July–September .

The primary risk is tetrodotoxin (TTX) , a potent biotoxin found in the fish's liver, ovaries, and skin. TTX is heat-stable and cannot be destroyed by cooking or freezing. Blow Fish – March-September 2020

Various government agencies issued specific guidance or data during this window: The five most toxic types of tetraodon fish

The CDC reported that since 2019, approximately 37 people were poisoned and 10 died from consuming toxic species, prompting education efforts during peak breeding seasons like July–September. Regulatory & Import Controls Various government agencies issued specific guidance or data

The Ministry of Health maintained strict regulations during 2020, as incorrectly prepared fugu remains a leading cause of fatal food poisoning in the country, typically among unlicensed amateurs.

The FDA advisory notes that puffer fish caught in mid-Atlantic coastal waters (Virginia to New York) are generally considered safe, while those from other sources are not. DPH Removes Advisory - CT.gov

The period of is biologically significant for several toxic species of puffer fish.