Lionfish (Clearfin)
OrderScorpaeniformes
FamilyScorpaenidae
HabitatReefs
RangeIndo-Pacific
Max Length35 cm
Max Weight1 kg
DietCarnivore
About the Lionfish (Clearfin)
Their ornate fins contain venomous spines. In the Atlantic, they are devastating invasive predators — reducing native fish populations by 65-95%. Hunt using their fins to corner prey against reef structures. Cannibalistic when food is scarce.