Ambon Scorpionfish
Pteroidichthys amboinensis
- Group: Scorpionfish
- Typical depth: 3–43 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A scorpionfish so well camouflaged it is easily missed, lurking alone in algae or on soft and muddy bottoms. It grows to around twelve centimetres and ambushes prey that strays within reach of its sudden gape.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Scorpaenidae › Pteroidichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282501.
FAQ
- How deep does the Ambon Scorpionfish live?
- The Ambon Scorpionfish (Pteroidichthys amboinensis) is typically found at 3–43 m.
- Is the Ambon Scorpionfish dangerous to divers?
- The Ambon Scorpionfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Ambon Scorpionfish get?
- The Ambon Scorpionfish grows to about 12 cm.