Common Lionfish (Pterois volitans) - Milne Bay, PNG

Lionfish are predatory feeding on small fish which they engulf with their exceptionally large mouths. Once a prey fish is sighted, the lionfish will wave its feathery arms as it approaches its victim. When within range the lionfish will spring forward, opening it mouth whilst at the same time sucking in water. The suction and movement is what captures the prey

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Lionfish are predatory feeding on small fish which they engulf with their exceptionally large mouths. Once a prey fish is sighted, the lionfish will wave its feathery arms as it approaches its victim. When within range the lionfish will spring forward, opening it mouth whilst at the same time sucking in water. The suction and movement is what captures the prey