Spotted Scorpionfish
Scorpaena plumieri
- Group: Scorpionfish
- Typical depth: 1–70 m
- Max size: 45 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
A scorpionfish that lies motionless on shallow reefs and rocky bottoms, its mottled skin and frilled outline melting into the background as it waits to engulf fish and crustaceans. Its venomous fin spines deliver a painful sting, and when disturbed it flashes bright white spots hidden in the armpit of each pectoral fin.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Scorpaenidae › Scorpaena
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159564.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spotted Scorpionfish live?
- The Spotted Scorpionfish (Scorpaena plumieri) is typically found at 1–70 m.
- Is the Spotted Scorpionfish dangerous to divers?
- The Spotted Scorpionfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Spotted Scorpionfish get?
- The Spotted Scorpionfish grows to about 45 cm.