Lowfin scorpionfish
📖 Overview
Inhabits areas of rich coral growth from near shore to the outer reef slope . Benthic . Cryptic. Venomous spines . Minimum depth reported taken from Ref. 30874.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 5 - 6. Interorbital area and snout scaled; small spines at midline between tympanic spines frequently present; interorbital spines present; extra spines usually present on upper rear margin of eye after supraocular spine; dorsal spine, usually non longer than orbit diameter; body often covered with small skin flaps . Distinguished from other species of Scorpaenodes by having suborbital ridge with more than 5 spinous points, usually with 10 or more in adults . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Lowfin scorpionfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Lowfin scorpionfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Lowfin scorpionfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 3 - 49 m . Tropical; 30°N - 32°S north to the Ryukyu and Hawaiian islands, south to Lord Howe Island.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Lowfin scorpionfish is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 18.1 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 235 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Lowfin scorpionfish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paranescodes asperrimus | Smith | 1958 | Synonym |
| Paronescodes asperrimus | Smith | 1958 | Synonym |
| Scorpaena parvipinnis | Garrett | 1864 | Synonym |
| Scorpaenodes paruipinis | Garrett | 1864 | Synonym |
| Scorpaenoides parvipinnis | Garrett | 1864 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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