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Spotfin Lionfish
Pterois antennata
The Spotfin Lionfish is a striking marine fish known for its long, feathery pectoral fins and vividly striped body. Native to the Indo-Pacific region, it sports alternating bands of red, white, and dark brown, with distinctive spots on its fin rays. This species is nocturnal and…
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- Despite their threatening appearance, Spotfin Lionfish are sometimes preyed upon by large groupers and eels that are immune to their venom.
- Spotfin Lionfish can spread their pectoral fins wide to corner prey against the reef. Their venomous spines are purely defensive and pose little threat unless handled. Unlike some related lionfish species, Spotfin Lionfish are not known to be invasive outside their native range.
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