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Red lionfish

Pterois volitans

Neptune’s rating:

57
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  • Conservation StatusLeast Concern
  • DifficultyDifficult
  • HardinessModerate
  • Liters per Fish200 L
  • OriginIndo-pacific Region
  • pH8.1 - 8.4
  • PopularityModerate
  • RarityUncommon
  • Temperature24.0 - 28.0 °C
  • Territorial BehaviourHighly Territorial
  • VibrancyVery Vibrant

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

More about Red lionfish

The Volitan lionfish (Pterois volitans) is a strikingly colored species, typically exhibiting red, white, and brown banded patterns across its body. Originating from the Indo-Pacific region, this species is recognizable by its large, fan-like pectoral fins and elongated, venomous dorsal spines. It is well known and popular in the aquarium hobby due to its unique appearance and bold coloration.

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