Nautichthys oculofasciatus

Scorpion fishes and others

  • Sailfin sculpin
  • Seerabe
  • Chabot voilier

Distribution

    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 found in a sheltered zone
    • The species can be found between 0 and 110 Meters.
    • Common species.

    Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

    • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
    • 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
    • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

    General characteristics of the species

    • Maximum size : 20 cm
    • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
    • Diet : - Sea worms - Zooplankton
    • The animal can show variable colouring

    Relationship with humans

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