Quinque Stonefish
Synanceia quinque
- Group: Scorpionfish
- Typical depth: 1–18 m
- Max size: 8.4 cm
- For divers: safe
A small stonefish gathered by hand from sandy bottoms among gorgonians and corals, the quinque stonefish reaches only about 8 cm. Like its relatives it sits motionless and well camouflaged, waiting for prey to come close.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Synanceiidae › Synanceia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1536560.
FAQ
- How deep does the Quinque Stonefish live?
- The Quinque Stonefish (Synanceia quinque) is typically found at 1–18 m.
- Is the Quinque Stonefish dangerous to divers?
- The Quinque Stonefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Quinque Stonefish get?
- The Quinque Stonefish grows to about 8.4 cm.