Scorpaenodes scaber (Ramsay & Ogilby, 1886)
Pygmy scorpionfish
photo by Randall, J.E.

Family:  Scorpaenidae (Scorpionfishes or rockfishes), subfamily: Scorpaeninae
Max. size:  12 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; brackish; marine; depth range 3 - 30 m
Distribution:  Indo-Pacific.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found from estuary reefs to offshore reef habitats, usually in caves (Ref. 9002). Venomous spines (Ref. 2334).
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 04 March 2015 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  venomous


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