Taenianotus triacanthus
Scorpion fishes and others
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 5 and 135 Meters.
- Rare 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 : 10 cm
- 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 is exploited in the following sector(s) :
Leaf scorpionfish 
Grober Schaukelfisch
Bladvis
Poisson-scorpion feuille