African lionfish
Pterois mombasae
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Saltwater
Sobre
The African lionfish (Pterois mombasae) is a saltwater fish reaching up to 20 cm in length. It inhabits rocky reef environments in the western Indian Ocean and, like other lionfish, has venomous dorsal spines for defense.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,0 cm |
| Faixa de Profundidade | 10-70m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
10-70m
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes) |
| Família | Scorpaenidae (Scorpionfishes) |
| Espécies | Pterois mombasae |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does African lionfish get?
African lionfish can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
What family does African lionfish belong to?
African lionfish (Pterois mombasae) belongs to the family Scorpaenidae (Scorpionfishes) in the order Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes).
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