Scorpionfishes Collection

Invasive Lionfish (Pterois volitans) which have taken over and are wiping out native fish in the Atlantic ocean. The highest densities are in the northern gulf of Mexico. Destin, Florida, USA

Devil scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis diabolus) close up of eye, Pak Lap Tsai, Sai Kung, Hong Kong, China

Black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) in bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana), Browning Pass, Port Hardy, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) school shelter in a bull kelp forest (Nereocystis luetkeana). Race Rocks, Victoria, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Bull kelp canopy (Nereocystis luetkeana) floating on the surface providing protective habitat for juvenile Rockfishes (Sebastes spp.) Browning Pass, Queen Charlotte Strait, British Columbia, Canada

Red lionfish (Pterois volitans) swimming under a coral ledge, Palau

Cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis) feeding on Scorpionfish (Scorpaenidae). Tenerife, Canary Islands

Patagonian redfish (Sebastes oculatus) about 4cm, Comau Fjord, Patagonia, Chile

Dwarf lionfish (Dendrochirus brachypterus) opens its awingsa (in fact enlarged pectoral
Dwarf lionfish (Dendrochirus brachypterus) opens its wings (in fact enlarged pectoral fins) Seraya, Tulamben area, Bali, Indonesia, Java Sea

Tassled scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis oxycephala) swimming just above sea bed, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Close up portrait of female Lionfish (Pterois volitans) in the late afternoon, when Lionfish are more active. The Alternatives, Sha ab Mahmood, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Red Irish lord (Hemilepidotus hemilepidotus) hides on the sebed, with Quillback rockfish (Sebastes maliger) and copper rockfish (Sebastes caurinus) behind in the bull kelp forest

Lionfish (Pterois volitans) portrait, invasive species in the Caribbean. East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies, Caribbean Sea

RF - Young lionfish (Pterois volitans) swimming near surface hunting silversides, at dusk. Beacon Rock, Sha ab Mahmood, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Lionfish (Pterois volitans) patrolling the edge of Suzie's Bommie, a healthy reef and popular dive site accessible from Lololata Island Resort near Port Moresby, Coral Sea, Papua New Guinea

Great rockfish, (Scorpaena scrofa) head portrait, Marine Protected area Punta Campanella, Costa Amalfitana, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea

School of Black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) sheltering in Bull kelp forest (Nereocystis luetkeana) in Browning Pass, British Columbia, Canada. North East Pacific Ocean. September

RF - Antennata lionfish (Pterois antennata) with four juveniles, composite image on black background, Indo-Pacific. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Tassled scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis oxycephala), portrait, Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

School of black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) shelter in a Bull kelp forest (Nereocystis luetkeana). Browning Pass, Port Hardy, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Great rockfish (Scorpaena scrofa) Vervece Rock, Punta Campanella Marine Protected Area, Costa Amalfitana / Amalfitana Coast, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea, Mediterranean

Clearfin lionfish (Pterois radiata) mating. The female (left) has just released a raft of eggs, which is visible between her tail and the red face of the male

Schooling rockfishes (Sebastes spp. ) with Bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana)
Schooling rockfishes (Sebastes spp.) with Bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana). Different species of rockfish often swim together in mixed schools, as here

Lions Mane Jellyfish (Cyanea capillata) with Blue rockfish (Sebastes mystinus) stealing food from the jellyfishs tentacles. Hunt Rock, Queen Charlotte Strait, British Columbia, Canada. September

Shortfin lionfish (Dendrochirus brachypterus). Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Raggy scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis venosa) disputing territory. Ambon Bay, Ambon, Maluku Archipelago, Indonesia. Banda Sea, tropical west Pacific Ocean

Lionfish (Pterois volitans) Indonesia

Female Lionfish (Pterois volitans) on coral reef. Jackfish Alley, Ras Mohammed Marine Park, Sinai, Egypt. Gulf of Aqaba, Red Sea

Lionfish, Pterois volitans, Philippines
A trio of Lionfish (Pterois volitans) hunt above a reef in the Philippines; Philippines

Lionfish, Philippines
Two Lionfish (Pterois volitans) search over hard coral for a meal at the edge of a drop off; Philippines

Scorpionfish - well camouflaged. Fiji
VT-8875 Scorpionfish - well camouflaged Fiji Scorpaenopsis diabolus Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Smallscale scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis oxycephala). Similan Islands, Andaman Sea, Thailand
AUS-665 Tassled scorpionfish - mouth wide open facing camera. Similan Islands, Andaman Sea, Thailand Scorpaenopsis oxycephala Dr David Wachenfeld / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape Please note that prints

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Spotted-fin Rockfish (from Senegal) (composite image) Date:

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Ocellated Waspfish (Apistus carinatus) adult, resting on black sand at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Ambon Scorpionfish (Pteroidichthys amboinensis) adult, camouflaged on black sand, Aer Bajo, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, March

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Tasseled Scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis oxycephala) Date:

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Tasseled Scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis oxycephala) Date:

Papuan Scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis papuensis) adult, on black sand, Nudi Falls, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, December

Paddle-flap Scorpionfish (Rhinopias eschmeyeri) adult, resting on sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, January

Ambon Scorpionfish (Pteroidichthys amboinensis) adult, crawling on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Zebra Lionfish (Dendrochirus zebra) adult, close-up of head, beside Sea-squirt (Rhopalaea sp. ), Lembeh Straits
Zebra Lionfish (Dendrochirus zebra) adult, close-up of head, beside Sea-squirt (Rhopalaea sp.), Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Spotfin Lionfish (Pterois antennata) juvenile, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Barchin Scorpionfish (Sebastapistes strongia) adult, close-up of head, resting on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Guam Scorpionfish (Scorpaenodes guamensis) adult, resting on reef at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Raggy Scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis venosa) adult, close-up of head, resting on coral, Kwatisore Point, Raja Ampat Islands (Four Kings), West Papua, New Guinea, Indonesia, June

Tassellated scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis oxycephala), Mozambique, Africa

Humpback Scorpionfish - Indonesia
LEE-278 Humpback Scorpionfish Indonesia Scorpaenopsis diabolus Lea Lee contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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Scorpionfishes: A Fascinating and Diverse Underwater World Invasive Lionfish (Pterois volitans) which have taken over and are wiping out native species, serve as a stark reminder of the delicate balance in our oceans. Their vibrant colors may be captivating, but their presence poses a threat to marine ecosystems. A close-up of the eye of the Devil scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis diabolus) reveals its intricate patterns and mesmerizing beauty. Found in Pak Lap Tsai, Sai Kung, this elusive creature blends seamlessly with its surroundings, showcasing nature's camouflage mastery. The Black rockfish (Sebastes melanops), gracefully navigating through bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana) in Browning Pass, exemplifies the symbiotic relationship between marine life and underwater vegetation. The kelp provides protection for various species while creating an enchanting underwater landscape. Lionfish (Pterois volitans) patrol Suzie's Bommie near Port Moresby, Coral Sea, Papua New Guinea - a healthy reef that attracts divers from around the world. These majestic creatures remind us of both the allure and fragility of coral reefs. Beneath a floating Bull kelp canopy (Nereocystis luetkeana), we witness nature's ingenuity at work - providing protective cover for countless organisms seeking shelter from predators or harsh currents. This natural refuge showcases how even seemingly simple plants can create havens for marine life. A Red lionfish (Pterois volitans) gracefully swims under a coral ledge in Palau - an image that captures both elegance and danger coexisting beneath the waves. It serves as a reminder that beauty often conceals hidden threats lurking just below the surface.