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Scorpion Fish inhabits tropical reefs and rocky crevices. It has a scales skin type. The diet is omnivore. The life span is 10 - 15 years. Scorpion Fish which scientific name is scorpaenidae is usually 14cm - 45cm (6in - 18in).

Facts about scorpion fishs
NameScorpion Fish
Scientific NameScorpaenidae
DietOmnivore
HabitatTropical reefs and rocky crevices
OriginIndian and pacific oceans
ColourBrown, black, yellow, white, red, orange
PhylumChordata
Main PreyFish, crabs, snails
OrderScorpaeniformes
Conservation StatusLeast concern
Average Clutch Size6,000
ClassActinopterygii
Life Span10 - 15 years
Size (L)14cm - 45cm (6in - 18in)
Optimum pH Level8.1 - 8.4
Water TypeSalt
Distinctive FeaturesVenomous sting and camouflaged body
PredatorsLarge fish, humans, sea lions
FamilyScorpaenidae
KingdomAnimalia
Skin TypeScales
Image Details
Description Ocean fish pictures. Fast Fish: The Ocean's Hidden Talent | Stephen R. Palumbi
Width 1900 pixels
Heigh 900 pixels
File type JPG
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