Hawaiian Lionfish
Neochirus barberi
- Group: Scorpionfish
- Typical depth: 1–50 m
- Max size: 16.5 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
Found under ledges in turbid lagoons and on clear seaward reefs, this lionfish hides in crevices and caves by day and turns benthopelagic at night. Its fin spines carry venom, so it is best admired rather than handled. It reaches about seventeen centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Scorpaenidae › Neochirus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1871494.
FAQ
- How deep does the Hawaiian Lionfish live?
- The Hawaiian Lionfish (Neochirus barberi) is typically found at 1–50 m.
- Is the Hawaiian Lionfish dangerous to divers?
- The Hawaiian Lionfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Hawaiian Lionfish get?
- The Hawaiian Lionfish grows to about 16.5 cm.