Orange scorpionfish
📖 Overview
Orange scorpionfish (Neomerinthe amplisquamiceps) is a ray-finned fish of the family Scorpaenidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 16.2 cm. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Orange scorpionfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Orange scorpionfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Orange scorpionfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Orange scorpionfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Tropical West Pacific: Malaysia (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Orange Scorpionfish |
| 🌍CES | paropušnice oranžová |
| 🌍MSA | Lepu |
| 🌍THA | ปลากะรังหัวโขนหงอนยาว |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 寬鱗頭新棘鮋 · 石狗公 · 石頭魚 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scorpaena amplisquamiceps | Fowler | 1938 | Synonym |
| Sebastapistes amplisquamiceps | Fowler | 1938 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 1 records indexed .
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