Twospot Turkeyfish
Nemapterois biocellatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–40 m
- Max size: 13 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
An uncommon lionfish relative of clear coral rich water, it stays hidden by day in caves and sponges and comes out at night to take small fishes and crustaceans. Its spines carry venom, and it grows to about 13 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Scorpaenidae › Nemapterois
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 319556.
FAQ
- How deep does the Twospot Turkeyfish live?
- The Twospot Turkeyfish (Nemapterois biocellatus) is typically found at 1–40 m.
- Is the Twospot Turkeyfish dangerous to divers?
- The Twospot Turkeyfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Twospot Turkeyfish get?
- The Twospot Turkeyfish grows to about 13 cm.