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