Bigmouth Scorpionfish
Scorpaenopsis brevifrons
- Group: Scorpionfish
- Typical depth: 1–38 m
- Max size: 13.3 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The bigmouth scorpionfish settles onto rocky bottoms, coral, or patches of sand and rubble, where its mottled skin breaks up its outline. It waits motionless on the bottom for prey to come within reach.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Scorpaenidae › Scorpaenopsis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218107.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bigmouth Scorpionfish live?
- The Bigmouth Scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis brevifrons) is typically found at 1–38 m.
- Is the Bigmouth Scorpionfish dangerous to divers?
- The Bigmouth Scorpionfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bigmouth Scorpionfish get?
- The Bigmouth Scorpionfish grows to about 13.3 cm.