Scorpaenopsis papuensis
| Scientific name | Scorpaenopsis papuensis |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Cuvier |
| Year of description | 1829 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Scorpaenidae |
| Genus | Scorpaenopsis |
Introduction
Scorpaenopsis papuensis is a salt water fish.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size20 cm
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Maximum size25 cm
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ShapeUnclassifiable
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Mimicrystone
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Average size20 cm
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Maximum size25 cm
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ShapeUnclassifiable
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Mimicrystone
How to recognize Scorpaenopsis papuensis ?
Scorpaenopsis papuensis measures between 20 and 25 cm. This fish is tricolore with a predominantly rouge, marron and blanc body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilitysolitary
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territorialYes
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Way of livingnocturnal
Scorpaenopsis papuensis hunts in the stalk and is one of the predators of its biotope. Opportunistic, it does not hesitate to attack any smaller animal nearby.
Scorpaenopsis papuensis is a fish solitary naturally found on the bottom. This species is carnivorous . This fish lives mainly at night. Usually, it leaves its hiding place and starts to be active once it gets dark.
Scorpaenopsis papuensis is a territorial animal that does not tolerate any incursions into its living area. It is particularly virulent against other territorial species and it can provoke heated fights.
Reproduction
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Migratory speciesNo
Scorpaenopsis papuensis is a fish ovipare qui pond en eau libre.
Risks for humans
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VenomousYes
This species is venomous and can cause serious injuries when touched.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature22 - 26 °C
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Depth1 - 50 m
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FlowMedium, Slow and Stagnant
Biotope presentation
Scorpaenopsis papuensis is most often found at a depth between 1m and 50m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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