Synanceia - Wikipedia
Synanceia is a genus of ray-finned fish belonging to the subfamily Synanceiinae, the stonefish, which is classified within the family Scorpaenidae, the scorpionfish and relatives. Stonefish are the most venomous fish known; stings can be fatal to humans. [2][3] They are found in the coastal regions of the Indo-Pacific.
Synanceia verrucosa - Wikipedia
Synanceia verrucosa, the reef stonefish or simply stonefish, is a species of venomous, marine ray-finned fish, belonging to the subfamily Synanceiinae which is classified as being within the family Scorpaenidae, the scorpionfishes and their relatives.
Synanceiinae - Wikipedia
They are primarily marine, though some species are known to live in fresh or brackish waters. The various species of this family are known informally as stonefish, stinger, stingfish and ghouls. Its species are known to have the most potent neurotoxins of all the fish venoms, secreted from glands at the base of their needle-like dorsal fin spines.
Stonefish - A-Z Animals
2024年5月27日 · Stonefishes are benthic fish that spend most of their lives on the ocean floor. They prefer shallow, tropical waters to deeper, more temperate waters. You can often find them living in or around coral reefs , which provide plenty of cover from predators and access to food.
Stonefish: The Most Venomous Fish in the World - PADI Blog
2014年10月7日 · In the underwater world, you don’t have to be the largest creature to be the biggest threat. The stonefish, which only reaches an average length of 30-40cm and around 2kg (5lbs) in weight, is the most venomous fish in the world.
Stonefish | Venomous, Marine, Predators | Britannica
stonefish, (Synanceia), any of certain species of venomous marine fish of the genus Synanceia and the family Synanceiidae, found in shallow waters of the tropical Indo-Pacific. Stonefish are sluggish bottom-dwelling fish that live among rocks or coral and in mudflats and estuaries.
Synanceia verrucosa - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on ... - Animalia
Synanceia verrucosa, the reef stonefish or simply stonefish, is a species of venomous, marine ray-finned fish, belonging to the subfamily Synanceiinae which is classified as being within the family Scorpaenidae, the scorpionfishes and their relatives.
Stonefish - Oceana
Meet one of the world's most venomous fish, the stonefish. With venom strong enough to cause a human serious injury, it's not only the deadliest fish in the world, but also a master of camouflage. Learn more about the stonefish.
11 Facts About Stonefish
2024年1月1日 · Stonefish are one of the most fascinating and mysterious creatures in the underwater world. These venomous fish are known for their ability to camouflage themselves perfectly among rocks and coral, making them nearly invisible to both predators and prey.
Reef Stonefish - The Australian Museum
Reef Stonefish grow to 35 cm in length, although 50 cm 'monsters' have been reported. The Reef Stonefish can be superbly camouflaged, often looking like an encrusted rock or lump of coral. The species is widely distributed throughout tropical, marine waters of the Indo-Pacific.