The Sail Fin Leaf Fish, belonging to the Scorpion Fish family, rates high both in its colorful beauty and venomous danger it presents.

In general, scorpion fish possess a semi-aggressive nature coupled with a carnivorous food habit and venomous Fins. Although scorpion fish may be considered reef safe, use caution when adding them to your tank.

In the wild, scorpion fish generally make their home at the ocean floor and on coral reefs where they hide to avoid predators. Scorpion fish camouflage themselves, mimicking their surroundings to air their hiding. As the name suggests, the Sail fin Leaf Fish prefers to mimic a leaf while hiding among the reef's ocean fauna.

Compressed bodies, ridges and spines on the head, operculum, and preopercle distinguish the Scorpion Fish from other species. Spiney, sail like, dorsal and rayed pectoral fins possess a strong venom. Additionally, scorpion fish possess teeth in their jaws.

Specific Gravity should remain in the 1.020-1.025 range and pH of 8.1-8.4 are acceptable. Temperature in the 72-78°F range is also best. Make sure the aquarium has hiding places including corals, rock caves and gorgonians for the scorpion fish to hide.

Scorpion fish, including the Sail fin Leaf Fish, are Carnivorous and require Crustaceans, Shrimp, Shellfish, Squid, & small Fish in their diets. Frozen preparation are acceptable and the scorpion fish may also learn to accept quality flake foods as well.