Smooth-Head Scorpionfish
Scorpaena calcarata
- Group: Scorpionfish
- Typical depth: 1–216 m
- Max size: 13 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
A small scorpionfish that ranges from the shoreline down to around 90 metres over muddy bottoms, it carries venom in a gland along grooves at the base of its spines. It grows to about 13 centimetres and relies on camouflage to ambush prey.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Scorpaenidae › Scorpaena
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159563.
FAQ
- How deep does the Smooth-Head Scorpionfish live?
- The Smooth-Head Scorpionfish (Scorpaena calcarata) is typically found at 1–216 m.
- Is the Smooth-Head Scorpionfish dangerous to divers?
- The Smooth-Head Scorpionfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Smooth-Head Scorpionfish get?
- The Smooth-Head Scorpionfish grows to about 13 cm.