Tropical Reefs

Clearfin Lionfish

Pterois radiata

Location: Rangiroa, French Polynesia

Scientific Name: Pterois radiata

Also known as: Whitefin Lionfish, Radial Firefish, Clearfin Turkeyfish, Tailbar Lionfish

Category: Lionfishes

Size: 6 to 9 in. (15 to 24 cm)

Depth: 10-45 ft. (3-15 m)

Distribution: Indo-Pacific, Red Sea, French Polynesia