{"id":15439,"date":"2022-07-18T20:01:53","date_gmt":"2022-07-18T20:01:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/desarrollo.diversteam.net\/can-i-see-lionfish-in-san-andres-islands\/"},"modified":"2022-09-21T22:27:06","modified_gmt":"2022-09-21T22:27:06","slug":"can-i-see-lionfish-in-san-andres-islands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/desarrollo.diversteam.net\/en\/can-i-see-lionfish-in-san-andres-islands\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I see lionfish in San Andres islands?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The lionfish is one of the most beautiful marine inhabitants of the reef.<\/strong> This was sighted for the first time in 2008 on the island of Providencia<\/a>, as it is a non-native species of this area, it has been worthy of being investigated due to its voracious appetite, which puts other marine species on the reef at risk.<\/p>\n\n

It is about eighteen inches long and when swimming with its long, colorful fins outstretched it has a very graceful appearance.<\/p>\n\n

During the day it can often be seen upside down hiding in rocky<\/strong> ravines and is always still or moves very slowly clinging to rocks.<\/p>\n\n

Lionfish are often found in groups of 4 or 5 fish<\/strong> and are known to feed on small animals.<\/p>\n\n

It is very common to find it at night while it feeds on molluscs that live hidden under the sand.<\/p>\n\n

If you want to see it on San Andr\u00e9s Island when diving<\/a>, it is quite likely that you can do it since its population already numbers in the thousands in the area, although this is a being of spectacular beauty you should not touch it at all.<\/p>\n\n

Remember! Not touching anything underwater is still one of the main rules for divers and snorkelers.<\/em><\/p>\n\n

The lionfish and its mysteries<\/h2>\n\n

In the dorsal fins there are spines that contain poisonous glands that make this fish one of the most dangerous and feared by divers.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

In case of contact you should call the doctor, rinse the affected part in salt water, \u2013never in fresh water<\/strong> then immerse the affected area in very hot water with an approximate temperature of 40\u00baC-45\u00baC for an hour or more and you must remove the thorns from the skin with tweezers and disinfect the area.<\/p>\n\n

A danger worth photographing under the sea<\/h2>\n\n

It is more difficult to photograph this beautiful animal in front of you, as it is extremely elusive. If you manage to run into it, keep a safe distance and take a good photo of this admirable fish due to its colors.<\/p>\n\n

The lionfish is one of the members<\/strong> of the great variety of poisonous fish of the Scorpaenidae family<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

Also known as Peruvian fish, dragon fish, scorpion fish and stone fish, this animal of peculiar beauty is native to the Indo-Pacific region.<\/p>\n\n

They are known for their huge dorsal spines and stripes of red, brown, orange, yellow, black, or white.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Voracious predators, when hunting, usually catch their prey with their spines and, with quick movements, swallow them whole.<\/p>\n\n

In what areas of the sea can we find lionfish?<\/h2>\n\n

As I told you at the beginning, this fish is already found in the ecosystem of San Andr\u00e9s Island<\/strong> and it is also possible to find it in the Atlantic Ocean<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

This fish can live up to 15 years and weighs approximately 200 grams.<\/strong> It is nocturnal. It feeds on small fish and normally only eats them alive. When they live in captivity, they are usually used to eating frozen shrimp.<\/p>\n\n

The lionfish: an intimidating fish<\/h2>\n\n

The intimidating appearance does justice to the animal’s danger. But do not worry! Our team of professionals<\/a> will keep you at a safe distance so that you can enjoy the beauty of this animal.<\/p>\n\n

Lionfish venom is inoculated through spines located in the dorsal, pelvic, and anal regions<\/strong>. It generally has 12 or 13 dorsal, 2 pelvic and 3 anal spines, each spine has two glands that produce and store the poison.<\/p>\n\n

Lionfish also have pectoral spines, but these do not have poison glands.<\/p>\n\n

The potency of the poison varies depending on the species and size of the lionfish<\/strong>. The main effects are severe localized pain followed by swelling at the site, which can make the victim feel nauseated, dizzy, muscle weak, short of breath, and have a headache.<\/p>\n\n

If you have photos of the lionfish taken during your visit to San Andr\u00e9s Islas<\/strong>, share them with us on our Facebook profile<\/a> or tag us on our IG: @Divers_Team_San_Andres_Islas<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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