Yellowspotted Scorpionfish
NameYellowspotted Scorpionfish
Scientific NameSebastapistes cyanostigma
Common NamesYellowspotted Scorpionfish, Yellow-spotted Scorpionfish, Yellowspotted Waspfish
FamilyScorpaenidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Angelfish, Tangs (if tank size permits), Lionfish (similar size or larger), Other large, robust, non-aggressive fish
Description
The Yellowspotted Scorpionfish is a small, camouflaged marine fish known for its reddish-brown body adorned with white spots and distinctive yellow or green blotches. It is an ambush predator that blends seamlessly into its coral reef environment, waiting for unsuspecting prey. Like other scorpionfish, it possesses venomous spines for defense.
