Yellowspotted scorpionfish
📖 Overview
Found in reef crests with rich coral growth . Typically found among the branches of Pocillopora corals in surge areas of seaward reefs . Also observed between the branches of the fire coral Millepora and Styllophora (Eran Brokovich, pers. comm. 03/02). Solitary or in small groups (Ref 90102).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 5 - 6. Yellow and white spots on body; no dark bars on underside of head . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Yellowspotted scorpionfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 2 - 30 m , usually 2 - 15 m . Tropical; 30°N - 25°S south to Port Alfred, South Africa and east to the Line Islands, north to Ryukyu Islands, south to Samoa and Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
⚠️ Venom Profile
- immediate intense pain
- swelling
- erythema
- occasional nausea and weakness
Analgesia; wound care; tetanus prophylaxis; severe cases may require monitoring for systemic effects.
References: Compiled from Bhide (2018), Halstead et al. (1988) and family-specific envenomation literature
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scorpaena albobrunnea | Günther | 1874 | Synonym |
| Scorpaena cyanostigma | Bleeker | 1856 | Synonym |
| Scorpaena kowiensis | Smith | 1935 | Synonym |
| Sebastapistes albobrunnea | Günther | 1874 | Synonym |
| Sebastapistes kowiensis | Smith | 1935 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 14 records indexed .
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