SAVE OUR OCEAN on Instagram: "Lionfish ✨ Also known as pterois, the lionfish is a beautiful but dangerous fish that lives in the tropical waters of the Indian and Pacific oceans. It is characterized by its bright red or beige-brown body and long, fin-like rays that resemble wings. The lionfish produces venomous spines on its fins, which are used for defense. It is a popular aquarium fish, but it can also be found in the wild. . . . . . . . . #sea #🌊 #ocean #beachlife #seaside #oceanview #seashe

Joseph Leverton on Instagram: "🦁 5 fascinating facts about lionfish (Pterois species)! 1. Venom Delivery System: Their spines aren’t hollow like snake fangs instead, venom is delivered through grooves in the spines, which are covered by a thin sheath that gets pushed down when the spine punctures skin. 2. They Hunt with Jets of Water: Lionfish sometimes blow jets of water at their prey. This behavior can confuse small fish, align them for a strike, or even trick them into swimming straight into