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Ambon Scorpionfish
Pteroidichthys amboinensis
Yellowspotted Scorpionfish
Sebastapistes cyanostigma
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- Max depth
- 30 m
- Found in
- 63 regions
How to recognise it
- Colours
- whitebrownyellowred
- Body shape
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- Pattern
- Blotches or dots
Sebastapistes cyanostigma is a scorpionfish from the Indo-Pacific. It occasionally makes its way into the aquarium trade.
Description
It grows to 10 cm in length, common length is 6,4 cm. Coloration: Yellow and white spots on red body; no dark bars on underside of head: fins are brownish yellow. Dorsal spines (total): 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9-10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 5 - 6.
Distribution
Indo-Pacific: Red Sea south to Port Alfred, South Africa and east to the Line Islands, north to Ryukyu Islands, south to Samoa and Australia.
Habitat
It is found in reef crests with rich coral growth. Typically found among the branches of Pocillopora corals in surge areas of seaward reefs. Also observed between the branches of the fire coral Millepora and Styllophora. Solitary or in small groups.
Similar species
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Black Scorpionfish
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Scorpaena cardinalis
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Scorpaenopsis diabolus
Filamentous Scorpionfish (yellow)
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Humpback Scorpionfish
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Questions
Is Yellowspotted Scorpionfish dangerous?
Yellowspotted Scorpionfish is classified as venomous, dangerous to humans. Always exercise caution and keep a safe distance.
Where can you find Yellowspotted Scorpionfish?
How deep does Yellowspotted Scorpionfish live?
Yellowspotted Scorpionfish can be found at depths of up to 30 meters.
