Species ID
View AllWestern Red Scorpionfish
( Scorpaena sumptuosa )
Description
Other names
Western Red Rockcod, Western Red Scorpion Cod, Western Scorpionfish
How to Catch
Distribution
Eating
Fast Facts
- CAUTION: Venomous spines
- Is a member of the family Scorpaenidae (scorpionfish)
- Can grow to 40cm in length
- Has a distinguishing black spot behind the 8th dorsal spine
- Bottom dwelling ambush predator
- Endemic to WA
- Frequents reef environments
- Commonly caught by anglers, will take baits as well as lures
- Good eating if you catch a big one
