Dwarf Lionfish
Dendrochirus Brachypterus
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Dendrochirus Brachypterus
Other names
Shortfin Turkeyfish, Shortspined Butterflycod, Shortspined Scorpionfish
Size
Up to 15 cm (5.90 in)
Weight
Up to .20 kg (.44 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal waters, coral & rocky reefs in caves, crevices & under ledges amongst sponges
Depth Range
