Pterois sphex
Pterois sphex, the Hawaiian turkeyfish or Hawaiian lionfish is a scorpaenid fish
found in the eastern Central Pacific, specifically in marine waters off of Hawaii. It is found in seaward reefs and lagoons at depths from 3 – 122 m.Description
This fish has 13 dorsal spines and about 50–55 vertical scale rows. It reaches a maximum length of 22 cm.The Hawaiian turkeyfish is a nocturnal feeder, preying on crustaceans. It hides in caves during the day.
