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 |