Spotfin Lionfish
Pterois antennata
Sighting evidence at Wanlitung Marine Reserve, Kenting National Park
Lionfish congregate in the shaded overhangs and cavern entrances of the reserve's reef wall, often three or four individuals sheltering together beneath a single coral table. At night they become active hunters, spreading their pectoral fins to herd small reef fish into corners before striking. Their venomous spines and bold coloration make them one of the most photographed subjects at Wanlitung.
Evidence at this site
No confirmed records on file at this site
Spotfin Lionfish is listed as a curated species here based on historical reports.