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| Phylum Chordata > Subphylum Vertebrata > fishes > Family Serranidae |
| False
scorpionfish Centrogenys vaigiensis Family Serranidae updated Nov 08
Where seen? This small scorpionfish wannabe is commonly encountered on some of our shores, among coral rubble and seagrass areas. What are false scorpionfishes? These fishes belong to the Family Serranidae which includes the groupers. True scorpionfishes belong to the Family Scorpaenidae. Features: To about 15cm, but those seen usually about 4-10cm. Like scorpionfishes, the false scorpionfish has prickly dorsal spines that can poke inquisitive fingers. But false scorpionfishes lack true venom glands and simply cause wounds. Unlike scorpionfishes, the false scorpionfish does not have spines on its head. The nostrils have large fringed flaps, and the dorsal fin starts well behind the eyes. But in other respects, they are similar in habit and appearance. Sometimes mistaken for stonefishes and scorpionfishes. Here's more on how to tell apart fishes that look like stones. |
 Changi, Jun 06  |
It is small and well camouflaged. Look carefully to find
one.
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 It has nose flaps! |
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False scorpionfishes on Singapore shores
 Sentosa, Oct 03  |
 Chek Jawa, Jun 03  |
 Sentosa, Jul 05  |
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