Stonefishes 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

Picture No. 11051732
Stonefish / Stone Fish coastal warm waters of Caribbean and Indo-Pacific Date:

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

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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Stonefishes, also known as spiny devilfish or stingfish, are fascinating and dangerous creatures that inhabit the depths of our oceans. With their venomous spines and incredible camouflage abilities they can truly masters of deception. One captivating image shows a Stonefish VT 5 Poisonous in all its glory. The photograph captures the intricate details of this creature's body, highlighting its unique features and deadly beauty. Its poisonous nature is emphasized by Valerie Taylor's expert photography skills. In another picture, an adult Spiny Devilfish can be seen walking on sand with modified pectoral fins. Its spines erect and ready to strike at any moment, it moves gracefully across the ocean floor. This display showcases the adaptability and agility of these remarkable creatures. A Red Spiny Devilfish buried in black sand catches our attention in yet another photo from Lembeh Straits in Sulawesi. Its menacing spines stand tall against the dark background, blending seamlessly into its surroundings. It serves as a reminder that danger lurks where we least expect it. The vibrant colors of an adult Spiny Devilfish's extended fins create a mesmerizing warning display captured beautifully in one snapshot. This visual spectacle serves as a clear signal to potential predators: approach at your own risk. A close-up shot reveals the intricate head structure of a Red Spiny Devilfish during nighttime exploration in Lembeh Straits. The detailed patterns on its skin add to its mystique while reminding us that even under cover of darkness, these stonefishes remain vigilant. Moving away from devilish appearances but no less intriguing is the Blue-eyed Stingfish resting peacefully on black sand off Sulawesi Island. With eyes like sapphires sparkling against its muted surroundings, this species captivates with its ethereal beauty. Venturing beyond Indonesia's waters brings us face-to-face with Reef Stonefish found in the Red Sea - showcasing how stone fishes have adapted to different environments.