Longfingered Scorpionfish
Scorpaenodes albaiensis
- Group: Scorpionfish
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
A rare and very secretive scorpionfish of shallow coral reefs, it stays so well hidden that divers seldom spot it even at night. Small and solitary, it carries venomous spines for defence.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Scorpaenidae › Scorpaenodes
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218098.
FAQ
- How deep does the Longfingered Scorpionfish live?
- The Longfingered Scorpionfish (Scorpaenodes albaiensis) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Longfingered Scorpionfish dangerous to divers?
- The Longfingered Scorpionfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Longfingered Scorpionfish get?
- The Longfingered Scorpionfish grows to about 12 cm.