Bearded scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis barbata). This predator gets its name from skin extensions around its mouth. It lies motionless for hours,camouflaged amongst the rocks and coral,until a smaller fish comes within range of a rapid lunge. The scorpionfish has a row of spines on its back,linked to poison glands,which it uses for defence. Photographed in the Red Sea | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Scoones, Peter |
Taille de l’image : | 3398 px × 4124 px |
Model Release : | Non requis |
Property Release : | Non requis |
Restrictions : | - |