Dactylopterus volitans

Scorpion fishes and others

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Flying gurnard
Karibik-Flughahn
Vliegende poon
Grondin volant
Volador;Alón
Pesce civetta

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The species can be found between 1 and 12 Meters.
Uncommon Species
Hides in the sand.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
Hides in the sand.
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 45 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Crabs - Mollusks - Fishes
The animal changes colour like a chameleon

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
- -Sport or local fishing