Spotted Weever
Trachinus araneus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–100 m
- Max size: 45 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
A weever that lies buried in shallow sandy bottoms with only its eyes and mouth showing, waiting to snap up small fish and crustaceans. It carries venom glands at the gill cover spine and along grooves on its first dorsal fin, and a careless step on a hidden fish brings a sharp, painful sting.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Trachinidae › Trachinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 127081.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spotted Weever live?
- The Spotted Weever (Trachinus araneus) is typically found at 1–100 m.
- Is the Spotted Weever dangerous to divers?
- The Spotted Weever can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Spotted Weever get?
- The Spotted Weever grows to about 45 cm.