The red lionfish (Pterois volitans) is a venomous coral reef fish in the family Scorpaenidae, order Scorpaeniformes. It is mainly native to the Indo-Pacific region, but has become an invasive species in the Caribbean Sea, as well as along the East Coast of the United States and East Mediterranean and also found in Brazil at Fernando de Noronha.
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WebMay 16, 2024 · Lionfish, also known as Pterois, are venomous fishes with zebralike stripes. They are native to Indo-Pacific reefs but have …
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WebPterois, also known as lionfish, is a genus of venomous marine fish. They are found mostly in the Indo-Pacific. Pterois is characterized by warning coloration with red, white, …
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WebApr 27, 2023 · Learn about lionfish (Pterois volitans), a venomous fish native to the Indo-Pacific. Find out their appearance, diet, habitat, breeding, threats and conservation status.
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