Jeffords, Jeffrey

Lionfish_2

Pterois

Lionfish or Zebrafish (Pterois species) are also known as Turkeyfish for their habit of spreading their fins like a turkey gobbler showing off its plumage, while slowly cruising the reef. This particular variety is commonly known as a Black Lionfish.

About this image

Identification
Pterois
Location

Luzon Island, Philippines

Contributors
Jeffrey N. Jeffords
photographer copyright holder identification
Subjects
Subject Live Animal
Type Photo
Anatomy coloration/patterning disruptive coloration (spots/stripes)
Anatomy coloration/patterning aposematic
Life Stages and Gender adult/sexually mature
Anatomy coloration/patterning cryptic

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