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Description
I took this at Cameron Park Zoo.

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The lionfish is one the most attractive and ornate fishes of the Indo-Pacific coral reefs. They possess greatly elongated – venom loaded – dorsal spines and large pectoral fins that resemble Oriental fans in some and long streamers in others. The large pectoral fins act as a barrier to corral its prey against the reef or to flush out refuging crustaceans.

Did you know?
The mimic octopus is thought to mimic a lionfish as one of its defense mechanisms.
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Description
I took this at Cameron Park Zoo.

Info: [link]
The lionfish is one the most attractive and ornate fishes of the Indo-Pacific coral reefs. They possess greatly elongated – venom loaded – dorsal spines and large pectoral fins that resemble Oriental fans in some and long streamers in others. The large pectoral fins act as a barrier to corral its prey against the reef or to flush out refuging crustaceans.

Did you know?
The mimic octopus is thought to mimic a lionfish as one of its defense mechanisms.
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Comments and Favorites are Appreciated!
I do Try To Respond To all comments and I will accept Constructive Criticism. Thanks For Checking Out My Photo!