Pictorial Profile - Genus Scorpaenopsis

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Tasseled Scorpionfishes (Genus Scorpaenopsis)

The raggy scorpionfish is often found on open sand bottoms, on low profile reefs, or in repose near benthic debris. Photo by Scott W. Michael

There are a number of closely related scorpaenids in the genus Scorpaenopsis, known collectively as tasseled scorpionfishes, that are difficult for the diver with an untrained eye to separate.

In this exclusive, CoralRealm Pictorial Profile you will learn to separate the various species, as well as learn more about their biology and behavior. There are numerous photos, with informative captions. There are also links to species profiles in our Reef Fishes Encyclopedia. So learn to see more and dive into this CoralRealm article/photo gallery.

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