Scorpaenopsis_papuensis

Tanjung Lampy, Lembeh.
Scorpionfishes are difficult to properly ID just based on coloration as they can change it to mimic the environment.
I think is S. papuensis based on the long cirri above eyes and the large facial skin appendages that are typical in young specimens of this species. The ID is open to debate.

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Ferdy Christant

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Incredible species intro! Posted 6 years ago
1. Flown Kimmerling
  
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  I agree! WOWZAAA! <3 Posted 6 years ago
2. 1. Patomarazul
    
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    Thanks! Posted 6 years ago

Christine Young

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Gorgeous! Looks like lace. Posted 6 years ago
1. Patomarazul
  
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  Thanks! Posted 6 years ago

Ernst

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You really find some amazing species. Posted 6 years ago
1. Patomarazul
  
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  Thanks Ernst! Posted 6 years ago

The Papuan scorpionfish

''Scorpaenopsis papuensis'' is a scorpionfish from the Pacific in coral reefs. It occasionally makes its way into the aquarium trade. It grows to 25 cm in length. It is difficult to see due to its camouflaged colors.

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Similar species: Perch-like Fishes

Species identified by Patomarazul