{"product_id":"radiata-lionfish-pterois-radiata","title":"Radiata Lionfish (Pterois radiata)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"557\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"96\"\u003ePterois radiata\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eRadiata Lionfish\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a striking and less commonly encountered lionfish species distinguished by its bold striping and elegant fin structure. This species features a dark reddish-brown body contrasted by crisp white vertical bands, along with long, flowing pectoral fins and a distinctive pair of white “antennae” above the eyes. Its refined patterning and slightly more slender profile set it apart from more common lionfish species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"739\"\u003eNative to the Indo-Pacific, the Radiata Lionfish inhabits reef slopes and lagoons, where it moves deliberately and hunts using stealth, often cornering prey with its extended fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"1549\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"754\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; prefers subdued lighting but adapts to standard marine conditions\u003cbr data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"840\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; gentle flow supports natural hovering behavior\u003cbr data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"916\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"930\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to lower areas with rockwork for shelter and ambush positioning\u003cbr data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–80°F (24–27°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1038\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0265 SG (35 PPT)\u003cbr data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003cbr data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 dKH\u003cbr data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivorous; feeds on shrimp, small fish, and other meaty foods—training to frozen is recommended\u003cbr data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eAggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e Predatory; will consume any tank mate small enough to fit in its mouth\u003cbr data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 25 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate – hardy but requires appropriate feeding and tank mate selection\u003cbr data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not reef-safe; best suited for predator systems with larger, non-competitive tank mates\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reeflections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48633834537217,"sku":null,"price":850.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/2592\/4245\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_7a54939e-68fa-47e1-b43c-3e2c5afb83d4.png?v=1776778024","url":"https:\/\/reeflections.me\/products\/radiata-lionfish-pterois-radiata","provider":"Reeflections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}