Where Does Madeira Scorpionfish Live?

Madeira Scorpionfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Madeira Scorpionfish

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters from 1 to 100 meters (3 to 330 feet), though occasionally recorded deeper.

Environment

Prefers rocky bottoms, coral reefs, seagrass beds, and areas with abundant algal growth, where its camouflage is most effective. Often found resting motionless on the substrate or hidden among crevices.

Geographic range

Eastern Atlantic Ocean, including the Azores, Madeira, Canary Islands, Cape Verde, and along the coast of West Africa from Morocco to Angola. Also found in the Mediterranean Sea, though less common in the eastern basin.

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