Species Type:
Fishes
Common Name(s):
Spotted scorpionfish
Size:
On average, spotted scorpionfish grow to 7.1-14.2 inches (18.0-36.0 centimeters) in length.
Diet:
Spotted scorpionfish hide and ambush prey like other fishes and crustaceans such as shrimp and crab.
Range & Habitat:
These fish can be found throughout the western Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea, inhabiting shallow coral reef communities and rocky areas.
Details:
Spotted scorpionfish are masters of disguise, using their very textured and colorful bodies to seamlessly blend into coral reef communities. They have short faces, big eyes and a large mouth that allows them to swallow prey whole.