Northern Scorpionfish
Parascorpaena picta
- Group: Scorpionfish
- Typical depth: to 15 m
- Max size: 17.9 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A scorpionfish of rocky coastal bottoms, it lurks alone among crevices and debris in silty bays down to about fifteen metres. Like its relatives it carries venomous spines and relies on camouflage to ambush passing prey, reaching roughly eighteen centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Scorpaenidae › Parascorpaena
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218062.
FAQ
- How deep does the Northern Scorpionfish live?
- The Northern Scorpionfish (Parascorpaena picta) is typically found at to 15 m.
- Is the Northern Scorpionfish dangerous to divers?
- The Northern Scorpionfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Northern Scorpionfish get?
- The Northern Scorpionfish grows to about 17.9 cm.