Midget Stonefish

Description: Characterized by having variable color depending on surroundings; dorsal spines almost equal in length, longest are second and third; large and fleshy pectoral fin; broad and depressed head; relatively small eyes, elevated and widely separated, directed upward; deep pit below each eye; dorsal mouth opening, vertical gape; depth of body 2.7-2.9 in SL (Ref. 90102).

Dorsal spines (total): 13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 5 - 6; Analspines: 3; Analsoft rays: 5

Solitary on coral reefs, usually under ledges or in crevices, 1-20 m (Ref 90102).