Red Lionfish (Pterois red)
Fish in the family Scorpaenidae. Expert care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Red Lionfish displays brilliant red and white banding across the body with elongated venomous dorsal spines that are prominently feathered. The pectoral fins are fan-like with intricate striping, and the body tapers toward the caudal fin.
Diet and feeding
Feed live or frozen small fish, crustaceans, and meaty items such as silversides and small feeder fish. Feed 1-2 times daily, adjusting portions to prevent overfeeding and maintain water quality in the aquarium.
Difficulty and care for the Red Lionfish
Expert - Red Lionfish requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
Common health issues
Marine Ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Hole-in-the-Head Disease, Columnaris Disease
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea and East Africa to the Hawaiian Islands and Great Barrier Reef.
Log Red Lionfish in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Red Lionfish alongside everything else in your reef.
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