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!