Spotfin Lionfish

Spotfin Lionfish

Pteroir antennata

Spotfin Lionfish

Did you know ?

This fish is equipped with venomous spines that it uses to defend itself against predators. Its sting can cause intense pain, nausea and even temporary paralysis in humans.

Pteroir antennata

A beautiful but lethal invader: The Lionfish is one of the most beautiful species in the ocean, with its eye-catching fins and colourful stripes, but behind its dazzling appearance hides a voracious predator. 

Measures

20 cm Measure

Diet

Small fish and crustaceans.

Conservation Status

Extinct
Threatened
Low risk
No Evaluado
EX
EW
CR
EN
VU
CD
NT
LC

Origin

Origin

Pacific and Indian Oceans.

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