Scorp ID?
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namxas
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Nope, that would be Scorpaena brasiliensis (red barbfish), which is probably the most common species found in the trade, and one of my personal favorites. One of the things I find very cool about this fish is that they can swivel their heads to look at you much like a lizard. Altho in the wild, they can reach up to a foot in length, most come in small, and will reach 6" - 7" in captivity, IME.
The following is a quick rundown on the species from our scorp care article:
Scorpaena brasiliensis (Red Barbfish, Barbfish, Goosehead Scorpionfish)
Maximum Size: 10"-12" TL
Natural Habitat: Occurs on and around reefs in the Western Atlantic: Virginia, USA and northern Gulf of Mexico to Brazil; not occurring in Bermuda.
Depth: 1 to 100 meters.
Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons.
Although most scorps can be just about any color based on their habitat, this species is generally mottled shades of reds and browns with white highlights, and are quite handsome fish. S. brasiliensis is probably the most common scorpionfish available to the hobbyist, and certainly one of the easiest to care for. It is very hardy and easily fed, as most specimens accept dead food readily, both from a feeding stick or the water column. Although many scorpionfish are cryptic or simply sit there looking like a rock, this species is quite personable and will soon recognize its keeper, looking for a handout.
The following is a quick rundown on the species from our scorp care article:
Scorpaena brasiliensis (Red Barbfish, Barbfish, Goosehead Scorpionfish)
Maximum Size: 10"-12" TL
Natural Habitat: Occurs on and around reefs in the Western Atlantic: Virginia, USA and northern Gulf of Mexico to Brazil; not occurring in Bermuda.
Depth: 1 to 100 meters.
Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons.
Although most scorps can be just about any color based on their habitat, this species is generally mottled shades of reds and browns with white highlights, and are quite handsome fish. S. brasiliensis is probably the most common scorpionfish available to the hobbyist, and certainly one of the easiest to care for. It is very hardy and easily fed, as most specimens accept dead food readily, both from a feeding stick or the water column. Although many scorpionfish are cryptic or simply sit there looking like a rock, this species is quite personable and will soon recognize its keeper, looking for a handout.
namxas
Things With Stings R Us!
It's hard to say...again, it's the size differential thing. I do think a full grown volitans might give one a "try", but medium-bodied lions should be OK. Of course, you can always move the brasiliensis from one tank to another as needed.
Our second specimen used to bunk with a H. barbouri SH (along with the caribbaeus)...
Our second specimen used to bunk with a H. barbouri SH (along with the caribbaeus)...
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