- Photo taken by K.Leonard. ©Aquarium of the Pacific
The weedy scorpionfish's cryptic camouflage is an invaluable tool for hunting prey and avoiding becoming prey itself. Both prey and predators mistake the well camouflaged fish for a piece of seaweed.
Facts and Features
- Geographic Distribution
Northeastern Australia, East Africa, and other areas of the Pacific and Japan.
- Amazing Facts
While waiting to ambush unsuspecting prey, weedy scorpionfish can remain in the same spot for weeks or even months at a time!
- At the Aquarium
The Aquarium habitat for these fish is the Tropical Pacific Gallery.