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Classification
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| Latin name : |
Pterois radiata (Cuvier, 1829) |
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| Classification : |
Scorpaenidae ( Scorpionfishes ) |
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Rascasse volante
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Clearfin Lionfish
Radiata Lionfish
Tailbar Lionfish
Two-Bar Lion
Radial Firefish
Whitefin Lion Fish
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Identification
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| Main identification characters |
Max size : 24.0 cm. Reddish to brownish and with 5-6 broad dark bars on body separated by pale lines; horizontal dark area on caudal peduncle. Only species of Pterois that lacks markings between its vertical fin rays and has a pair of horizontal white stripes at base of its tail.
Capable of inflicting a painful sting. Venimous. |
| Possible confusions |
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Biology
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| Feed |
| Feeds exclusively on small crabs and shrimps. |
| Cycle of life / Reproduction |
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| Interaction with other species |
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Distribution
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| Habitat |
Coral |
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| A generally uncommon species that inhabits lagoon and seaward reefs. Found under ledges during the day. |
| Geographical distribution |
| Indo-Pacific: Red Sea southward to Sodwana Bay in South Africa and eastward to the Society Islands, north to the Ryukyu Islands, south to New Caledonia; throughout Micronesia. |
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Links
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http://marinedepotlive.com/573594.html
http://www.fishbase.org/Summary/SpeciesSummary.cfm?genusname=Pterois
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Bibliography
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Data sheet written by Christophe Naslain , 31/10/2002
Updates :
Christophe Naslain - 31/10/2002
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