Common Lionfish
Pterois Volitans
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Pterois Volitans
Other names
Butterfly Cod, Featherfins, Firefish, Lionfish, Ornate Butterflycod, Red Firefish, Scorpioncod, Turkeyfish, Zebrafish
Size
Up to 38 cm (14.96 in)
Weight
Up to .50 kg (1.10 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal waters, lagoons, bays & seaward reefs amongst structure
Depth Range
