Cymbacephalus beauforti

Scorpion fishes and others

Crocodile fish
Poisson-crocodile de Beaufort

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Indian Ocean

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.
Rare species.
Hides in the sand.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
Hides in the sand.
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 50 cm
Maximum age known : 14 year(s)
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes -
The animal changes colour like a chameleon

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!