Common Name: Lion fish

Scientific Name: Pterois antennata

Adaptations: The lion fish uses camouflage to adapt to his surroundings.

Hunting Strategies: The lion fish uses its spikes both as defense and offense. Each spike is filled with deadly poison which it uses to kill.

Reproduction: When a male and female lion fish are ready to reproduce they both change colors. The male becomes darker while the female becomes lighter.

Interesting Facts: Lion fish is one of the most venomous fish in the world. Lion fish can grow up to 16 inches long. They can be as small as 2 inches.

Why I chose it: I chose the lion fish because it looked interesting and it was on the list.