Where Does Black scorpionfish Live?

Black scorpionfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Black scorpionfish

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters from 0 to 100 meters (0-330 feet), most commonly between 5 and 30 meters (16-100 feet).

Environment

Prefers rocky bottoms, seagrass beds (Posidonia oceanica), algal fields, and areas with crevices and caves for hiding. It is a benthic species, often found resting motionless on the substrate.

Geographic range

Eastern Atlantic Ocean, from the British Isles (rarely) south to Senegal, including the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Azores. Also widely distributed throughout the Mediterranean Sea and the Black Sea.

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