Quick facts

Latin nameSynanceia verrucosa

Size: 40 cm

Distribution: Indo-Pacific region

One of the most venomous reef fishes. Despite its heavy appearance, this species is capable of short hopping movements between rocks. Brightly coloured individuals may appear surprisingly conspicuous before becoming fully overgrown with algae and encrusting organisms.

Brightly coloured reef stonefish moving among rocks

Related Fish Guides

This species is included in our Reef Fishes of the Coral Triangle featuring reef fish photographed in their natural environment.