Fuzzy Dwarf Lionfish

Scientific Name: Dendrochirus brachypterus
Family: Scorpaenidae
Origin: Indo-Pacific Ocean
Care Difficulty: Medium
Temperament: Semi-aggressive (predatory)
Diet: Carnivorous (small fish and crustaceans)
Minimum Tank Size: 300 liters
Maximum Size: 12–15 cm
Temperature: 24–27°C
Salinity: 1.023–1.025 SG
pH: 8.1–8.4
Reef Compatibility: Not suitable

It moves quite slowly and hunts by ambushing its prey.

In its natural habitat, it lives hidden in rock crevices and caves within coral reefs. It feeds on small fish and crustaceans.

Things to Consider

• Has venomous spines (requires very careful handling)
• Hunts small fish and shrimp
• Should generally be kept alone or with suitable large species
• Direct hand contact is absolutely risky