Stalkeye scorpionfish
📖 Overview
Stalkeye scorpionfish (Pontinus strigatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Scorpaenidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Stalkeye scorpionfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Stalkeye scorpionfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal. Deep-water Southeast Pacific: Galapagos Islands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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