Small Red Scorpionfish
NameSmall Red Scorpionfish
Scientific NameScorpaena notata
Common NamesSmall Red Scorpionfish, Red Scorpionfish, Rockfish
FamilyScorpaenidae
OriginMediterranean Sea, Eastern Atlantic Ocean
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Large Lionfish (with caution), Moray Eels (larger species), Other large, robust, non-aggressive predatory fish
Description
The Small Red Scorpionfish is a camouflaged marine predator with a mottled reddish-brown pattern, perfectly blending into rocky reef environments. It possesses venomous spines on its dorsal fin, used for defense, making it a fish to handle with extreme caution. This ambush predator primarily feeds on small fish and crustaceans.
