Extensor Foot Tendons. In the foot diagram below, the main tendons on the top of the foot are labeled. The group of tendons are called the extensor tendons and are responsible for elevating the toes and flexing the ankle up (dorsiflexion).
Dwarf puffers are quite hardy and will tolerate varying water conditions but obviously will do best, as with any fish, in optimum water conditions. They do best at temperatures of 80/26 degrees with a ph of at least 7.
When you are ready to fry your puffs, place a wire rack over a baking sheet. Heat at least 2 1/2 inches of oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 370Â°F. Fry the sticks in batches of 6 to 10 (depending on the size of your pot), until they puff and the bubbling oil calms, about 30 seconds to a minute.