Lionfish
Pterois volitans
Beautiful but dangerous, the Lionfish displays a stunning array of venomous spines and elegant stripes.
About the Species
Natural Habitat
Lionfish hover near reef ledges and caves, using striped fins to merge with complex shadows before moving into open water.
Behavior
Their broad fins can herd prey into corners, while venomous spines make most predators keep their distance.
Conservation Note
Outside their native range, lionfish can become invasive, so education around responsible aquarium ownership matters.
Resident Story
A Living Ambassador
Lionfish is connected to Indo-Pacific, with a natural habitat profile of coral reefs.
Its diet category is carnivore, keeping the quick facts simple while the exhibit adds behavior and context.
In the aquarium, find this story at Ground Floor - Museum of Monster Tanks, with the floor tag above keeping the visit route easy to scan.
Location in Aquarium
Where to find Lionfish
Visit Ground Floor - Museum of Monster Tanks to see this resident in the aquarium collection.
Meet Lionfish HereGround Floor - Museum of Monster Tanks
Ground Floor
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