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Why are lionfish called lionfish?
because it looks like a lion and a fish
What does a lionfish look like?
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What is a young Lionfish called?
Young lionfish, like all other fish, are called fry. There is no other name for the lionfish, young or old.
Is there a zoo where you can see a lionfish?
Yes, look for "marine aquariums" in your area.
Do lionfish have feathers?
No. They only have manes 'like' feathers. ,,,,,,,,,,,,
Could a piranha kill a lionfish?
No. The lionfish has poisonous body and a lionfish is bigger.
Could a gar kill a lionfish?
No. A lionfish is very poisonous, and a lionfish can poison it with its venom.
Are lionfish kosher?
Lionfish, which are of the pterois genera of the Scorpaenidae family of fish, are not listed as kosher. Note: There is strong disagreement regarding this issue in the discussion section. Take a look at it and decide for yourself.
What is the Latin name for lionfish?
Pterolis volitans is the Latin name of Lionfish. Lionfish is the common name.
What is exanple of a lionfish?
An example of an lionfish are dwarf lionfish. Lionfish have poisonous fins that extend out from their bodies that are extremely potent and can be fatal to a person if not treated immediately.
What can kill lionfish?
A fisherman and a grouper can kill a lionfish.
Is a lionfish a fish?
Aside from instances of larger lionfish individuals engaging in cannibalism on smaller individuals, adult lionfish have few identified natural predators. This is likely due to the effectiveness of their venomous spines. Moray eels (family Muraenidae), bluespotted cornetfish (Fistularia commersonii) and large groupers, like the tiger grouper (Mycteroperca tigris) and Nassau grouper (Epinephelus striatus), have been observed preying on lionfish. It remains unknown, however, as to how commonly these predators prey on lionfish. Sharks are also believed to be capable of preying on lionfish with no ill-effects from its spines.
