How big is the Madeira scorpionfish?

Madeira scorpionfish (Scorpaena maderensis) reaches 8–14 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Madeira scorpionfish?

Madeira scorpionfish is found between 5–50 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Madeira scorpionfish?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Madeira scorpionfish?

Found in: East Atlantic, Macaronesia, Mediterranean.

Madeira scorpionfish (Scorpaena maderensis)

Key facts

Scientific name: Scorpaena maderensis
Common name: Madeira scorpionfish
Category: Fish
Family: Scorpaenidae
Genus: Scorpaena
Size: 8–14 cm
Depth: 5–50 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Venomous
Habitats: rocky, reef
Behaviours: solitary, ambush-predator, camouflage
Ocean zones: East Atlantic, Macaronesia, Mediterranean

Description

Scorpaena maderensis reaches 14 cm, one of the smallest scorpionfishes in the region. Red-orange to pink body with spectacular camouflage, characterized by a distinct white spot on the dorsal fin. Mainly found in the western Mediterranean, Macaronesia and nearby Atlantic. Venomous dorsal spines. Often seen motionless on coral or sponges.

Photo of Madeira scorpionfish

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Madeira scorpionfish?: Madeira scorpionfish (Scorpaena maderensis) reaches 8–14 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Madeira scorpionfish?: Madeira scorpionfish is found between 5–50 m deep.
Is the Madeira scorpionfish dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Venomous.
What is the conservation status of the Madeira scorpionfish?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Madeira scorpionfish?: Found in: East Atlantic, Macaronesia, Mediterranean.

Other species in the genus Scorpaena

Other species in the family Scorpaenidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 274721)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2334648)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia