Dwarf Lionfish (Indian Ocean) LPS Most specimens fluorescence under actinic

Most specimens fluorescence under actinic lighting

which serves as a warning to predators that they may contain toxins

The Black Spot tang can grow to be approximately 1

A black eyespot on the dorsal fin is highlighted with orange

or Alveopora

Dwarf Lionfish (Indian Ocean) LPS Most specimens fluorescence under actinicAs the ocean's most spectacular ambush predators, it is no wonder lionfish are so popular. Their huge fins are used to confuse and herd smaller animals so the lionfish can swallow them whole with their huge mouths. They greedily eat all shrimp many crabs, and any small or slender bodied fish. They do not harm corals, sponges, macroalgae or snails. They generally ignore anything that cannot be eaten. Best tank mates are large bodied fish such as tangs,