Oceanpro Aquatics, Inc.

Volitan Lionfish Colored Lionfish - Pterois volitans
[MD573634]

$34.80

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Volitan Lionfish Colored Lionfish - Pterois volitans

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Volitan Lionfish Colored Lionfish - Pterois volitans

Also known as: Common Lionfish, Turkeyfish, Red Firefish, Butterfly Cod, Devilfish, Red Volitan Lion

The Pterois volitans grows up to 15 inches. The small size will come to you generally 1½ to 3 inches; the medium generally 3 to 5 inches; the large generally 5 to 8 inches. The Volitan Lionfish Colored Lionfish prefers a tank of at least 60 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. The Pterois volitans is a carnivore and likes to eat variety of live foods (shrimp & fish). The Volitan Lionfish Colored Lionfish is a low maintenance fish. The Volitan Lionfish Colored Lionfish may act aggressively toward other fish. THIS FISH IS VENEMOUS. The pelvic, pectoral and dorsal fins of this fish can cause extreme pain. Severe reactions can occur if allergic. If stung soak injured area in hot water and seek medical attention. Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 - 1.025, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Temp. 72 - 78° F). Indo-Pacific. This species is covered by our Arrive Alive gurantee only on the medium & large sizes. Our Arrive Alive guarantee is not available on the small size because the small size is a delicate shipper. Pterois volitans ("Tare-oh-ease vawl-it-tanz) (Linnaeus 1758), is THE Lionfish to most folks. It is the most commonly displayed and sold member of the family; the quintessential marine aquarium specimen, with it's long flowing pectoral and dorsal fin rays. Volitans lions span the color range of banded red to black against alternating creamy white. Black and red volitans lions are color variations. THIS FISH IS VENEMOUS. The pelvic, pectoral and dorsal fins of this fish can cause extreme pain. Severe reactions can occur if allergic. If stung soak injured area in hot water and seek medical attention.

This item will only ship by Air Cargo Delta DASH or UPS Next Day Air only! Alternatively, you may pick this item up at our warehouse FREE of charge via normal will-call. Some items may be prohibited in your state or region. An additional fee may be required depending upon the season and weather conditions. Please call us to resolve any unanswered questions ahead of time prior to your order and agreeing to our legal. All animals receive our "Arrive Alive Guarantee" Thank you! Living Reef Imports LLC. (800)722-0421"

Note :Orders are processed on the same day they are received and are usually ready for shipment within 24 - 78 hours. Your credit card is not charged until your order has been shipped.

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This product was added to our catalog on Tuesday 14 August, 2007.


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