Scientific name : Scorpaena porcus
Family : Scorpaenidae (scorpionfishes, 231 species)
Size : Up to 40 cm
Distribution : Throughout the Mediterranean Sea, as well as in the Bay of Biscay and West Africa
Biology : Because of its colours and protuberances, the black scorpionfish is a master of camouflage. It is worth being wary of this fish, as its dorsal fin is studded with venomous spines that can cause severe pain, hence its other name of scorpionfish. However, it only uses its venom to defend itself.
IUCN status : Least concern
