{"product_id":"flashing-devil-scorpionfish-scorpaenopsis-diabolus","title":"Flashing Devil Scorpionfish - Scorpaenopsis diabolus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlashing Devil Scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis diabolus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Flashing Devil Scorpionfish is a dramatic and highly camouflaged marine predator with a broad, heavily textured body, mottled colouration and large pectoral fins that reveal vivid contrasting colours when displayed. Often remaining motionless against rubble or rockwork, it relies on camouflage before ambushing passing prey. This impressive species is best suited to experienced marine aquarists due to its predatory nature, substantial adult size and venomous dorsal spines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlashing Devil Scorpionfish, Devil Scorpionfish, False Stonefish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScorpaenopsis diabolus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 30 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Flashing Devil Scorpionfish has a broad Indo-Pacific distribution extending from the Red Sea and East Africa to the Hawaiian Islands and French Polynesia, north to southern Japan and south to the Great Barrier Reef and New Caledonia. It inhabits reef flats, lagoons and seaward reefs, particularly rubble, weedy and coralline-rock bottoms, at depths of approximately 1–70 metres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 24–26°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH Range: 8.1–8.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity: SG 1.024–1.026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrate: Low and stable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmonia\/Nitrite: 0 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePredatory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Flashing Devil Scorpionfish is primarily an ambush predator rather than an actively aggressive fish. It spends long periods motionless before striking rapidly at appropriately sized prey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTankmates should therefore be chosen according to size rather than temperament alone. Any fish small enough to fit into its mouth should be considered at significant risk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCarnivore \/ Predatory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn nature, this species feeds on fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the aquarium, offer appropriately sized meaty marine foods such as prawn, shrimp, silversides, squid and chunks of marine fish. Newly imported individuals may initially prefer live foods, but they should ideally be transitioned onto suitable frozen or prepared marine foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid overfeeding, as scorpionfish have a relatively sedentary lifestyle compared with continuously active reef fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 400 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts potential adult length of around 30 cm, large mouth and need for suitable territory make a spacious aquarium advisable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Flashing Devil Scorpionfish is a benthic ambush predator that spends much of its time resting motionless on or partly buried amongst rubble and substrate. Its highly textured body and mottled colouration provide exceptional camouflage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen disturbed, it can suddenly spread its large pectoral fins to expose their brightly coloured inner surfaces, producing the distinctive “flashing” display from which its common name is derived.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide substantial rockwork, caves and open substrate areas where the fish can position itself naturally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWith Caution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Flashing Devil Scorpionfish does not normally feed on coral tissue, so established corals are generally not its primary concern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever, it is a powerful predator. Small reef fish and ornamental crustaceans may be consumed if they are suitable prey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts large size and sedentary behaviour also mean sufficient open space should be maintained around delicate coral structures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis species possesses venomous dorsal spines capable of causing a painful injury. FishBase specifically records Scorpaenopsis diabolus as venomous and notes that its dorsal sting can cause significant pain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtreme care must therefore be taken whenever working inside the aquarium. Never attempt to handle the fish by hand, and always identify its location before moving rockwork or carrying out maintenance because its camouflage can make it extremely difficult to see.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse suitable aquarium tools rather than placing hands close to the fish whenever possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA mature, stable aquarium with excellent filtration and oxygenation is recommended. Provide secure rockwork, caves and rubble areas that allow natural ambush behaviour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTankmates must be too large to swallow and should not be aggressive species likely to harass or damage the scorpionfish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperienced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailability can vary depending on season, collection area and supplier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":47196213477549,"sku":"AG-104497","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":47196213510317,"sku":"AG-104498","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":47196213543085,"sku":"AG-104499","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/FlashingDevilScorpionfish-Scorpaenopsisdiabolus.jpg?v=1792691990","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/flashing-devil-scorpionfish-scorpaenopsis-diabolus","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}