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A female stonefish lays 50,000 to 100,000 eggs in a ditch from June to August when the water temperature is about 20C. A male stonefish comes and fertilizes the eggs by releasing the sperm over them.
In about 2 months, they are from 1-2 cm long and their pectoral fins (chest fins) turn orange. This is also the time where cannibalism happens. Some of the larger stonefish may accidentally eat the smaller ones.
When they reach the length of 3cm, cannibalism stops. Also, their orange color fades away and becomes yellow. After that, black spots appear which lightens and turns gray like the color of a stone.
It takes 3 years for a stonefish to mature which is a long time compared to other fish. When they are fully grown, they are from 800grams to 1kg.
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How long is the stonefish?
a average stonefish is about 49 or 35 the longest stonefish was 51cm
Are stonefish arachnids?
No, stonefish are fish.
Does a stonefish have a tail?
Yes, the stonefish has a tail.
Do stonefish migrate or hibernate?
DO stonefish hibrinate
What has the author Brent Stonefish written?
Brent Stonefish has written: 'Moving beyond'
Does Stonefish have eyes?
no
How many people die from the stonefish a year?
It's estimated that a few people die from stonefish envenomation each year. Stonefish venom is extremely potent and can be fatal if not treated promptly.
Are stonefish endangered?
humans eat stonefish for food. you should try it some day its delicious They are endangered.
Is the stonefish endangered?
yes
Who were the stonefish ancestors?
tino
Are stonefish benthos?
Stonefish are benthos. They are bottom dwellers. Benthos are marine animals that live at the bottom of the ocean there for they are benthos.
What are the types of the stonefish?
Stonefish belong to the family Synanceiidae and are primarily categorized into several species, with the most notable being the Pacific stonefish (Synanceia verrucosa), the Indian stonefish (Synanceia horrida), and the Pseudosynanceia genus, which includes species like the reef stonefish. These species are known for their camouflaged appearance and potent venom. Stonefish inhabit shallow coastal waters and are often found among rocks and coral reefs, making them difficult to spot. Their venomous spines serve as a defense mechanism against predators.
