Myoxocephalus scorpius

Scorpion fishes and others

  • Shorthorn sculpin
  • Seeskorpion
  • Zeedonderpad
  • Chaboisseau commun
  • Escorpión común

Distribution

  • The temperate Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • 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 0 and 450 Meters.
  • Common species.
  • Imitates a rock or a coral.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • Imitates a rock or a coral.
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 60 cm
  • Maximum age known : 15 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes -
  • The animal can show variable colouring
  • The animal changes colour like a chameleon

Relationship with humans

  • The spines of the animal can be dangerous
  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!