Stonefish Collection

Stonefish VT 5 Poisonous © Valerie Taylor / ARDEA LONDON
VT-5 STONEFISH - on beach Poisonous Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Stonefish (Synanceia verrucosa) is extremely venomous, Celebes Sea, Sabah, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Black scorpion fish, estuarine stonefish, and red lionfish
Black scorpion fish, Scorpaena porcus 120, estuarine stonefish, Synanceia horrida 121, and red lionfish, Pterois volitans 122

Exotic fish
African pompano, Alectis ciliaris 1, 2, sand tilefish, Malacanthus plumieri 3, estuarine stonefish, Synanceia horrida 4, and red lionfish, Pterois volitans 5

Illustration of Marine Fish c. 1923 (litho)
3090504 Illustration of Marine Fish c.1923 (litho) by Millot, Adolphe Philippe (1857 - 1921); Private Collection; (add.info)

Spiny Devilfish, Philippines
The venomous demon stinger or spiny devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) deserves its impressively fearsome names. It can cause pain or death; Philippines

Scorpaena horrida (Synanceia horrida)
Plate 183 - Naturgeschichte der auslõ«ñischen Fische : mit sechs und dreissig Ausgemalten kupfern nach originalen (1785-95) by Marcus Elieser Bloch

Illustration of venomous Stonefish (Synanceja)

The face of a Spotted Scorpionfish, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Close-up view of the eye of a tassled scorpionfish (Scorpaenopis oxycephala), Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Bearded Scorpionfish, Indonesia

A diver looks on at a tassled scorpionfish lying in a barrel sponge
A diver looks on at a tassled scorpionfish (Scorpaenopis oxycephala) lying in a barrel sponge, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A highly venomous and well-camouflaged spiny devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) is barely visible on an sandy slope near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia

Head detail of a stargazer, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A diver looks on at a giant stonefish, Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia
A diver looks on at a giant stonefish (Synanceia verrucosa), Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Detail of the eye of a scorpionfish in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Stonefish headshot, West Palm Beach, Florida

Devil scorpionfish, head on view on white sand
Devil scorpionfish (also known as spiny devilfish), Inimicus didactylus, head on view on white sand, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Spiny devilfish camouflaged on the ocean floor, Papua New Guinea
Spiny devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) camouflaged to match the volcanic sand, Volcano crater, Witu Islands, Papua New Guinea

A Juvenile Spotted Scorpionfish camouflaged to its surroundings, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Stonefish portrait, Australia

A scorpionfish lays on a reef in Indonesia. Scorpionfish are visual, ambush predators

Spiny devilfish covered in sand, Sulawesi, Indonesia
Spiny devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) covered in sand, Bunaken National Park, Sulawesi, Indonesia

A reef stonefish blends into its underwater surroundings
A reef stonefish (Synanceia verrucosa) blends into its underwater surroundings in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. Stonefish are the most venomous fish on Earth

Deadly south pacific stonefish camouflaged in the reef, Fiji
Deadly south pacific stonefish is beautifully camouflaged in the reef, Fiji

A venomous stonefish camouflages itself in sand
A venomous stonefish (Synanceia verrucosa) camouflages itself in sand in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

Spiny Devilfish, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Spiny Devilfish with fins flared out, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A red tassled scorpionfish camouflaged against pink sponge
A red tassled scorpionfish (Scorpaenopis oxycephala) camouflaged against pink sponge, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Scorpionfish, Indonesia

Close-up view of a tassled scorpionfish showing pale pink coloration
Close-up view of a tassled scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis oxycephala) showing pale pink coloration, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Oceania, Polynesia, Cook Islands, Aitutaki. The poisonous reef stonefish is camouflaged
Polynesia, Cook Islands, Aitutaki. The poisonous reef stonefish is camouflaged to often resemble a rock. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Picture No. 10767473
Stone Fish - venomous (Synanceia horrida ) Date:

Picture No. 10848309
Reef Stonefish (Synanceia) Date:

Spiny Devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) adult, with colourful fins extended in warning display, on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Red Spiny Devilfish (Inimicus didactylus) adult, close-up of head, at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, May

Blue-eyed Stingfish (Minous trachycephalus) adult, resting on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Stonefish - Red Sea C017 / 1287
Underwater photography of a Synanceia nana stonefish in the Red Sea Aqaba, Jordan

Reef Stonefish - Red Sea
LEE-32 Reef Stonefish Red Sea Synanceia verrucosa Lea Lee contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Stonefish- (with extremely poisonous spines) - Indo-Pacific Ocean
PM-10724 Stonefish - (with extremely poisonous spines) Indo-Pacific Ocean Synanceja verrucosa Pat Morris contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Estuarine Stonefish - Indonesia
LEE-187 Estuarine Stonefish Indonesia Synanceia horrida Lea Lee contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Banded Boxer Shrimp (Stenopus hispidus) two adults, feeding on Estuarine Stonefish (Synanceia horrida), Ambon Island, Maluku Islands, Banda Sea, Indonesia

Reef Stonefish (Synanceia verrucosa) adult, close-up of head, buried in sand, Mabul Island, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia

Stone fish - an unusual portrait of this venomous fish. This Stone fish has no sponge or alage growths on its body
VT-8788 Stone fish Western Australia, South East Pacific. Synanceja horrida An unusual portrait of this venomous fish. This Stone fish has no sponge or alage growths on its body

Stone Fish
PM-3315 Stone Fish Synanceia horridus Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Stonefish- very poisonous reef fish, Indo Pacific. Has brown algae growing on it since these fish rarely move about
PM-10162 Stonefish - very poisonous reef fish Indo Pacific Inimicus filamentosus Has brown algae growing on it since these fish rarely move about

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The Stonefish: A Deadly Beauty Hidden beneath the turquoise waters of the Celebes Sea in Sabah, Malaysia, lurks a creature so venomous that it can be fatal to humans. Meet the Stonefish (Synanceia verrucosa), an exotic fish with a reputation for danger. With its intricate patterns and textured skin, this stone-like fish blends seamlessly into its surroundings, making it difficult to spot. Its name is derived from its appearance - resembling a rock covered in algae or coral. But don't let its camouflage fool you; this marine predator possesses one of nature's most potent venoms. Known as the Black scorpion fish, estuarine stonefish, and red lionfish among other names, this species has been feared by divers and fishermen alike for centuries. The illustration from 1923 gives us a glimpse into how long humans have known about these dangerous creatures. The Spiny Devilfish found in the Philippines is another member of this treacherous family. Its menacing spines are enough to deter any potential predators while serving as an effective weapon against unsuspecting prey. But what makes these stonefish truly formidable is their venomous sting. Their dorsal fins house sharp spines connected to venom glands capable of delivering excruciating pain upon contact. Even worse, their toxins can cause tissue necrosis and lead to severe complications if left untreated. Intriguingly enough, despite their deadly reputation, these creatures possess captivating features when observed up close. The face of a Spotted Scorpionfish reveals mesmerizing patterns that seem almost artistic in nature while simultaneously warning onlookers of imminent danger. A diver's encounter with a tassled scorpionfish lying within a barrel sponge serves as a reminder that beauty often hides perilously within our oceans' depths. This Bearded Scorpionfish found off the coast of Indonesia showcases vibrant colors contrasting against its rugged exterior—an alluring yet hazardous combination.