Volitan Lionfish

About this fish

Volitan Lionfish (Pterois volitans) is a venomous, slow-moving predatory fish for the home saltwater aquarium. It’s typically used as a dramatic showpiece in a fish-only setup, where its hunting behavior can be safely observed and managed. In practice, the Volitan Lionfish’s diet and predatory nature make it most suitable for larger tankmates that won’t fit into its mouth.

Features:

• Venomous fin spines make the Volitan Lionfish a fish that must be handled with care—stings can be painful and may require medical attention
• A slow, “sit-and-watch” predator that adds dramatic presence to a fish-only aquarium
• Carnivorous feeding response: it will generally accept meaty foods and may eat other small fish or shrimp that fit in its mouth
• Best kept in a tank where it has a quiet area to settle after acclimation
• Works well as a showpiece when tankmates and feeding plans are chosen to avoid inappropriate prey items
• Careful acclimation and patient settling time help the lionfish adjust after arrival

Specifications:

• Shop name: Volitan Lionfish
• Scientific name: Pterois volitans
• Category: Eels & Predators (lionfish/predator)
• Temperament: Venomous predator; may eat small fish/shrimp that fit in its mouth
• Tank type: Fish-only aquarium recommended
• Diet: Meaty frozen foods such as silversides, shrimp, and krill; feed a few times a week
• Arrival care: Acclimate slowly; provide a quiet spot to settle
• Sizes offered: Large, Medium, Small