Jeffords, Jeffrey

demon_stinger_2

Inimicus didactylus

The characteristic fin flash of the Demon Stinger is evident in this view from above. Note the erect dorsal spines and the well-disguised eyes and mouth, barely visible when this scorpionfish is hidden in the sand, awaiting its next victim.

About this image

Identification
Inimicus didactylus (Bearded ghoul)
Location

Capone Islands, west of Luzon Island, Philippines.

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

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