Scorpionfish Collection

Red Lionfish flares its deadly spines as a warning to the photographer not to get any closer, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Scorpaena volitans (Pterois volitans)
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Scorpionfish Portrait
Henry Jager

Invasive Lionfish (Pterois volitans) which have taken over and are wiping out native fish in the Atlantic ocean. The highest densities are in the northern gulf of Mexico. Destin, Florida, USA

Devil scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis diabolus) close up of eye, Pak Lap Tsai, Sai Kung, Hong Kong, China

Black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) in bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana), Browning Pass, Port Hardy, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Tassled scorpionfish
Barathieu Gabriel

Black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) school shelter in a bull kelp forest (Nereocystis luetkeana). Race Rocks, Victoria, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Bull kelp canopy (Nereocystis luetkeana) floating on the surface providing protective habitat for juvenile Rockfishes (Sebastes spp.) Browning Pass, Queen Charlotte Strait, British Columbia, Canada

Red lionfish (Pterois volitans) swimming under a coral ledge, Palau

Cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis) feeding on Scorpionfish (Scorpaenidae). Tenerife, Canary Islands

Patagonian redfish (Sebastes oculatus) about 4cm, Comau Fjord, Patagonia, Chile

Dwarf lionfish (Dendrochirus brachypterus) opens its awingsa (in fact enlarged pectoral
Dwarf lionfish (Dendrochirus brachypterus) opens its wings (in fact enlarged pectoral fins) Seraya, Tulamben area, Bali, Indonesia, Java Sea

Tassled scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis oxycephala) swimming just above sea bed, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Scorpionfish (Scorpaena porcus) lying on the artificial reef, Larvotto Marine Reserve, Monaco, Mediterranean Sea, July 2009

Two Scorpionfish (Scorpaena porcus) lying on artificial reef, Larvotto Marine Reserve, Monaco, Mediterranean Sea, July 2009 WWE OUTDOOR EXHIBITION. NOT AVAILABLE FOR GREETING CARDS OR CALENDARS

Close up portrait of female Lionfish (Pterois volitans) in the late afternoon, when Lionfish are more active. The Alternatives, Sha ab Mahmood, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Red Irish lord (Hemilepidotus hemilepidotus) hides on the sebed, with Quillback rockfish (Sebastes maliger) and copper rockfish (Sebastes caurinus) behind in the bull kelp forest

Lionfish (Pterois volitans) portrait, invasive species in the Caribbean. East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies, Caribbean Sea

RF - Young lionfish (Pterois volitans) swimming near surface hunting silversides, at dusk. Beacon Rock, Sha ab Mahmood, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Lionfish (Pterois volitans) patrolling the edge of Suzie's Bommie, a healthy reef and popular dive site accessible from Lololata Island Resort near Port Moresby, Coral Sea, Papua New Guinea

Great rockfish, (Scorpaena scrofa) head portrait, Marine Protected area Punta Campanella, Costa Amalfitana, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea

School of Black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) sheltering in Bull kelp forest (Nereocystis luetkeana) in Browning Pass, British Columbia, Canada. North East Pacific Ocean. September

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Scorpionfish, or rhinopias aphanes. Date: 01/03/2005

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Merlot's scorpionfish, or rhinopias. Date: 01/03/2005

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Close up of scorpionfish, or rhinopias aphanes. Date: 01/03/2005

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Smallscale scorpionfish, or scorpaenopsis oxycephalus. Date: 01/03/2005

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Close up of Weedy Scorpionfish, rhinopias aphanes. Date: 01/03/2005

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Close up of Weedy Scorpionfish, or rhinopia apanes. Date: 01/03/2005

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Close up of Weedy Scorpionfish, or rhinopias aphanes. Date: 01/03/2005

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Frontal close-up of poisonous scorpionfish (Scorpaenidae), Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia. Date: 12/08/2006

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Frontal close-up of poisonous scorpionfish (Scorpaenidae) yawning, Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia. Date: 12/08/2006

RF - Antennata lionfish (Pterois antennata) with four juveniles, composite image on black background, Indo-Pacific. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Tassled scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis oxycephala), portrait, Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

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Leaf Scorpionfish - Bulakan dive site, Seraya, Kubu district, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 10-Nov-19

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Leaf Scorpionfish - Batu Mandi dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

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Tasseled Scorpionfish - Arborek Jetty, Dampier Straits, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia Date: 25-09-2019

Indonesia, West Papua, Raja Ampat. Lionfish and coral

Seadragon and striped cowfish
Common seadragon or weedy seadragon, Phyllopteryx taeniolatus and striped cowfish, Aracana aurita. (Superb dragon, Phyllopteryx foliatus, and ostracian)

Red sea flower
Piet Flour

Scorpionfish
OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA. Ilan Ben Tov

School of black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) shelter in a Bull kelp forest (Nereocystis luetkeana). Browning Pass, Port Hardy, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Great rockfish (Scorpaena scrofa) Vervece Rock, Punta Campanella Marine Protected Area, Costa Amalfitana / Amalfitana Coast, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea, Mediterranean

Clearfin lionfish (Pterois radiata) mating. The female (left) has just released a raft of eggs, which is visible between her tail and the red face of the male

Schooling rockfishes (Sebastes spp. ) with Bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana)
Schooling rockfishes (Sebastes spp.) with Bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana). Different species of rockfish often swim together in mixed schools, as here

Lions Mane Jellyfish (Cyanea capillata) with Blue rockfish (Sebastes mystinus) stealing food from the jellyfishs tentacles. Hunt Rock, Queen Charlotte Strait, British Columbia, Canada. September

Shortfin lionfish (Dendrochirus brachypterus). Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Raggy scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis venosa) disputing territory. Ambon Bay, Ambon, Maluku Archipelago, Indonesia. Banda Sea, tropical west Pacific Ocean

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The scorpionfish, also known as the Red Lionfish (Scorpaena volitans or Pterois volitans), is a mesmerizing creature that commands attention with its deadly spines. With its vibrant colors and intricate patterns, it is hard to resist being captivated by this unique species. One fascinating member of the scorpionfish family is the Tassled Scorpionfish. Its ornate appearance, adorned with long appendages resembling tassels, makes it stand out among its peers. However, not all it can harmless beauties. The invasive Lionfish (Pterois volitans) has taken over many habitats and poses a threat to native species. These voracious predators have been wiping out local marine life in their relentless quest for dominance. Another intriguing member of the scorpionfish family is the Devil Scorpionfish. A close-up of its eye reveals an otherworldly gaze that seems to hold secrets untold. Found in Pak Lap Tsai, Sai Kung, this enigmatic creature adds an air of mystery to these waters. In Browning Pass lies a stunning sight - a Black Rockfish nestled amidst bull kelp. The contrast between the dark fish and vibrant kelp creates an enchanting underwater tableau that showcases nature's artistry. Patrolling Suzie's Bommie near Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea, a Lionfish guards its territory on a healthy reef teeming with life. This popular dive site accessible from Lololata Island Resort offers divers an up-close encounter with these majestic creatures. Floating gracefully on the surface like guardians of the sea, Bull Kelp canopies provide protective shelter for various marine organisms beneath them. Their presence ensures safety and sustenance for countless creatures below. A Red Lionfish elegantly swims under a coral ledge in Palau's crystal-clear waters. Its fiery hues blend harmoniously with the surrounding coral formations, creating a mesmerizing spectacle that showcases the beauty of marine life.