Fugu, Kuliner Ikan Yang Mematikan [PICS]

As the name for both the poisonous pufferfish and cuisine that derives from it, fugu is a notorious Japanese delicacy. The internal organs and skin of the fish contain lethal amounts of tetrodotoxin, a deadly poison that elicits a torrent of grim symptoms before death by asphyxiation and cardiovascular failure. With no antidote to combat the neurotoxin, victims are put on life support until the fatal effect of the poison subsides. Despite the inherent risks and although illegal in many parts of the world - most notably the European Union, Fugu remains a popular dish in Japan and abroad.