Genus

Common name: Scorpionfish

Scientific name: Sebastapistes

Sebastapistes is a genus of fish in the family Scorpaenidae, commonly known as scorpionfish. These fish are known for their venomous spines and ability to blend into their surroundings, making them masters of camouflage. They are popular in the reefkeeping hobby for their unique appearance and behavior. Hobbyists should handle them with care due to their venomous nature and provide an environment with plenty of hiding places to mimic their natural habitat.

  1. Spotfin Lionfish (Sebastapistes ballieui) on the Jahir 1 dive site, Lembeh Straits, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
    Common name: Spotfin scorpionfish
    Scientific name: Sebastapistes ballieui
  2. Young Ambon Scorpionfish, Junger Ambon Skorpionfisch (Pteroidichthys amboinensis)
    Common name: Speckled scorpionfish
    Scientific name: Sebastapistes coniorta
  3. Sebastapistes Cyanostigma - Coral Scorpionfish
    Common name: Bicolor rosefish
    Scientific name: Sebastapistes cyanostigma
  4. Common name: Barchin scorpionfish
    Scientific name: Sebastapistes strongia