Mombasa Lionfish (Pterois mombasae)
Fish in the family Scorpaenidae. Expert care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A striking lionfish with red and white banded body coloration, fan-like pectoral fins with elongated venomous spines, and a compressed body shape. Venomous dorsal and pectoral fin spines are characteristic of the genus.
Diet and feeding
Feed live or pre-killed feeder fish (small silversides, gobies, or shrimp) 2–3 times per week. May refuse frozen foods initially but can sometimes be trained to accept them with patience.
Difficulty and care for the Mombasa Lionfish
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from East Africa (Mombasa region) to the Red Sea and westward through the Indian Ocean.
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