It may sounds strange to many of us that Lion Fish (Pterois volitans) has increased its presence in the Mexican Caribbean in recent months .This specie is authentic from western Pacific and Oceania.
Lion fish is noted for its beauty and devastating to the ecosystem as well. Recently ,Private Institutions convened a meeting with all dive shops in the Riviera Maya and PHANTOM DIVERS was there . We are committed to help to our planet, is a way to thank nature for all the gifts provided to us in the Mexican Caribbean.
Lion fish can reach 38 cm and weighing 1200 g, is a territorial fish that sometimes swiftly towards anything to hurt the aggressor with its thorns. All spines are poisonous and sting, although it is relatively painless at first, it is extremely painful after a while, depending on the venom received. They are carnivores that feed on small fish, crustaceans and molluscs and are remarkably quick to adapt to new prey consumed.
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