Common name: Lionfish

Pterois, commonly known as lionfish, is a genus of venomous marine fish found mostly in the Indo-Pacific. Lionfish are known for their striking appearance, characterized by bold stripes and an array of venomous spines. They are popular in the aquarium trade for their unique look but require careful handling due to their venomous nature. Lionfish are predatory and can be aggressive towards smaller fish, so they should be kept with larger, compatible species. They are also known for their impact on native ecosystems when introduced outside their natural range.

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   Common name: Spotfin lionfish

   Scientific name: Pterois antennata
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   Common name: Luna lion fish

   Scientific name: Pterois lunulata
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   Common name: lionfish

   Scientific name: Pterois miles
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   Common name: African lionfish

   Scientific name: Pterois mombasae
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   Common name: radial firefish; clearfin turkeyfish

   Scientific name: Pterois radiata
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   Common name: zebrafish

   Scientific name: Pterois russelii
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   Common name: Hawaiian turkeyfish

   Scientific name: Pterois sphex
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   Common name: lionfish

   Scientific name: Pterois volitans