The Cadenat's rockfish (Scorpaena loppei) is a saltwater fish of the family Scorpaenidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
Cadenat's rockfish is a small scorpionfish of the family Scorpaenidae reaching about 15 cm. The stocky, red-brown mottled body carries skin flaps on the head and stout fin spines, with which the fish blends perfectly among stones and gravel. Like other scorpionfishes it has venomous spines in the dorsal, pelvic and anal fins, a defence against predators — a sting is painful for people but rarely dangerous. The species lives on rocky and gravel-covered bottoms of the Mediterranean and the adjacent eastern Atlantic, on the continental shelf. As an ambush predator it lies motionless in wait and sucks in small crustaceans and small fish in a flash. Because of its small size it has little fishery importance.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Cadenat's rockfish?
The Cadenat's rockfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a marbled pattern.
Where does the Cadenat's rockfish live?
The Cadenat's rockfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Cadenat's rockfish get?
The Cadenat's rockfish grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Cadenat's rockfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Cadenat's rockfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Cadenat's rockfish edible?
The Cadenat's rockfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Scorpaena
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