{"product_id":"bearded-scorpionfish-scorpaenopsis-barbatus","title":"Bearded Scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis barbatus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bearded Scorpionfish is a master of camouflage, featuring mottled brown, red, and tan coloration with fleshy “beard-like” appendages (cirri) around its mouth and head. It blends seamlessly into rocks and sand, waiting to ambush prey. This unique appearance and predatory behavior make it a fascinating species for specialized marine aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndo-Pacific region including the Red Sea, East Africa, Indonesia, and surrounding reef systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLighting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow to moderate lighting (prefers subdued environments).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottom dweller. Requires sandy substrate and rock structures for hiding and ambush. Minimal water flow preferred in resting areas. Minimum tank size: 75–100 gallons (280–380 liters).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e24–28°C (75–82°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.020–1.025 SG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epH:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8.1–8.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8–12 dKH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarnivore. Feeds on live or frozen meaty foods such as shrimp, small fish, and silversides. May require training to accept frozen foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to 25 cm (10 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate (requires careful feeding and species-specific setup)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePredatory and semi-aggressive. Best kept with larger, non-aggressive fish that cannot be swallowed. Will eat small fish and crustaceans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot reef-safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ Caution: Venomous spines — handle with extreme care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reeflections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48280191598849,"sku":null,"price":2200.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/2592\/4245\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_dac87130-feb5-46a2-8d0e-8f038b812aef.png?v=1775419271","url":"https:\/\/reeflections.me\/products\/bearded-scorpionfish-scorpaenopsis-barbatus","provider":"Reeflections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}