Stargazing Stonefish
Trachicephalus uranoscopus
- Group: Scorpionfish
- Typical depth: 2–25 m
- Max size: 10 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
A stout ambusher of estuary mud and coastal sand, the stargazing stonefish lies half buried with its upturned face watching for prey. It carries venom in its spines, so it is one to admire and never handle.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Synanceiidae › Trachicephalus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 283026.
FAQ
- How deep does the Stargazing Stonefish live?
- The Stargazing Stonefish (Trachicephalus uranoscopus) is typically found at 2–25 m.
- Is the Stargazing Stonefish dangerous to divers?
- The Stargazing Stonefish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Stargazing Stonefish get?
- The Stargazing Stonefish grows to about 10 cm.