Banded lionfish
Pterois antennata
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Saltwater
Overview
Banded lionfish (Pterois antennata) is a marine fish of the family Scorpaenidae (Scorpionfishes), in the order Scorpaeniformes. Maximum recorded length is 20 cm. Its recorded depth range is 2–86 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 2-86m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs, estuaries
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
2-86m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes) |
| Famille | Scorpaenidae (Scorpionfishes) |
| Espèces | Pterois antennata |
Foire aux questions
How big does Banded lionfish get?
Banded lionfish can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
Where is Banded lionfish found?
Coral reefs, estuaries
What family does Banded lionfish belong to?
Banded lionfish (Pterois antennata) belongs to the family Scorpaenidae (Scorpionfishes) in the order Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes).
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