Least Concern
Lionfish
Pterois
A striking venomous reef fish with long fan-like spines.
Category
Fish
Habitat
Ocean
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
10–15 years
Size
Body length 20–45 cm
Scientific Name
Pterois
About Lionfish
A striking venomous reef fish with long fan-like spines.
It belongs to the Fish group and is commonly associated with ocean habitats with a carnivore diet, with a lifespan of 10–15 years, a size of Body length 20–45 cm, a conservation status of Least Concern.
Fun Fact
Lionfish are invasive in parts of the Atlantic and Caribbean.
Where Lionfish Lives
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Coral Triangle
, Indonesia
Florida Keys
, United States