Cheekspot scorpionfish

Cheekspot scorpionfish

Flashy crimson body color.

Characteristics

A small scorpionfish with a body length of about 10 cm. It is characterized by its bright red body and fins. The head is reddish-brown, with white bands around the back of the neck and the base of the caudal fin. The body has white spots here and there.

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Ecology

Inhabits shallow reefs and tidal pools, clinging to and under rocks. Eat small fish and crustaceans.

Habitat

Miura Peninsula Arasaki

When I dive, I often see them clinging to rocks. Depending on the rocks it clings to, its red body color stands out. Quiet.

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Picture of Cheekspot scorpionfish1|The red body is beautiful.
The red body is beautiful.
Picture of Cheekspot scorpionfish2|The head is reddish brown.
The head is reddish brown.
Picture of Cheekspot scorpionfish3|There is a white band.
There is a white band.
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