20th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Stone Scorpionfish at Esperanza
The stone scorpionfish (Scorpaena mystes) has a large, spiny head and numerous fin spines that are often poisonous. The fish relies on its camouflage to allow fish to swim close before attacking.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 10.2022 |
Date Uploaded: | 11.2022 |
Photo Location: | Cabo Pulmo, Mexico |
Camera: | NIKON D850 |
Copyright: | © Aaron Fink |