
Rogue scorpion
Amblyapistus taenianotus
Neptune’s rating:
42- Conservation StatusData Deficient
- DifficultyDifficult
- HardinessDelicate
- Liters per Fish75 L
- OriginIndo-west Pacific Region
- pH7.8 - 8.4
- PopularityUncommon
- RarityVery Rare
- Temperature25.0 - 30.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourExtremely Territorial
- VibrancyModerately Vibrant
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Rogue scorpion
The Rogue scorpionfish (Amblyapistus taenianotus) is distinguished by its striking colors, typically showcasing hues of beige and brown along with distinctive, darker markings across its body. This species originates from the Indo-Pacific region. In appearance, it resembles other scorpionfish, with a robust, camouflaged body designed for blending into its surroundings and ambushing prey. Despite its interesting features, the Rogue scorpionfish is not widely known or commonly kept within the aquarium hobby, primarily due to its specific care requirements and potential lethality of its venomous spines.