Brown Volitan Lionfish (Indian Ocean) Size:Under 3 Inch The Sailfin from the Indian

The Sailfin from the Indian Ocean is less commonly imported

it is possible for them to release potent chemicals into the water which adversely affect the growth of stony corals

It may be one of two very similar species

but it usually begins when they are approximately 3-4 inches

Brown Volitan Lionfish (Indian Ocean) Size:Under 3 Inch The Sailfin from the IndianAs the ocean's most spectacular ambush predators, it is no wonder lionfish are so popular. Their huge fins are used to confuse and herd smaller animals so the lionfish can swallow them whole with their huge mouths. They greedily eat all shrimp many crabs, and any small or slender bodied fish. They do not harm corals, sponges, macroalgae or snails. They generally ignore anything that cannot be eaten. Best tank mates are large bodied fish such as tangs,