🐠 Radiata Lionfish (Pterois radiata)
A Sought-After Striped Lionfish • Unmarked, Clear Fan-Like Fins • Easy to Identify, Fascinating to Keep
 
📋 The Radiata Lionfish, also known as the Clearfin Lionfish or Tailbar Lionfish, has a distinctive red, white, and black vertically striped body, with large, fan-like pectoral fins and tall, quill-like dorsal spines. It's the only species in its genus with completely unmarked pectoral fin membranes, and it can be identified by a pair of horizontal white stripes on the base of the tail. It's native to the Indian Ocean, Red Sea, and Western Pacific, where it inhabits reef caves and crevices and is naturally nocturnal.
It's one of the more sought-after lionfish, since it's less commonly available in the trade than other species. It's shy when newly introduced, often hiding until it settles in, and every Radiata Lionfish we ship is feeding well, with live saltwater feeder shrimp a great way to keep it eating. It's reef safe with caution: it won't harm coral tissue, but it will eat invertebrates and any fish small enough to fit in its mouth, so tankmates should be similarly sized or larger.
The dorsal, pelvic, and anal fin spines are venomous, causing a reaction similar to a severe bee sting, with severity varying by individual. Please take care during all tank maintenance and feeding. Rules on keeping lionfish of the genus Pterois, including this species, vary by region, and Florida bans their live import.
 
💡 Highlights
🎨 Red, White & Black Stripes: A stunning, sought-after lionfish
🔍 An Easy Identification Feature: The only Pterois with unmarked pectoral fins
🛡️ Venomous Spines: Safe with care and long tools
🌿 Reef Safe With Caution: Eats invertebrates and fish small enough to swallow
📋 Rules Vary by Region: Florida bans live Pterois lionfish imports