Lionfish - Pterois
Original price
100.00 AUD
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Original price
100.00 AUD
Original price
100.00 AUD
100.00 AUD
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100.00 AUD
Current price
100.00 AUD
Lionfish in the genus Pterois are striking marine fish with banded markings and venomous spines. They require careful handling and a stocking plan appropriate to the species. Confirm the exact species before purchase.
Pterois is a genus of venomous marine fish, commonly known as the lionfish, native to the Indo-Pacific. It is characterized by conspicuous warning coloration with red or black bands and ostentatious dorsal fins tipped with venomous spines. Pterois radiata, Pterois volitans, and Pterois miles are the most commonly studied species in the genus. Pterois species are popular aquarium fish.