Fishing for Western scorpionfish

Scorpaena onaria
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The Western scorpionfish is a venomous marine fish known for its mottled reddish-brown coloration and spiny dorsal fins. Typically found in rocky coastal areas, it grows up to 12 inches and weighs around 2 pounds. This ambush predator feeds on small fish and crustaceans, relying on its camouflage to surprise prey and avoid predators. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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