Biology and ecology of the invasive lionfishes, Pterois miles and Pterois volitans

The Indo-Pacific lionfishes, Pterois miles and P. volitans, are now established along the U.S. southeast coast, Bermuda, Bahamas, and are becoming established in the Caribbean. While these lionfish are popular in the aquarium trade, their biology and ecology are poorly understood in their native range. Given the rapid establishment and potential adverse impacts of these invaders, comprehensive studies of their biology and ecology are warranted. Here we provide a synopsis of lionfish biology and ecology including invasion chronology, taxonomy, local abundance, reproduction, early life history and dispersal, venomology, feeding ecology, parasitology, potential impacts, and control and management. This information was collected through review of the primary literature and published reports and by summarizing current observations. Suggestions for future research on invasive lionfish in their invaded regions are provided.

Bibliographic Details

Main Authors:	Morris, Jr., J.A., Akins, J. L., Barse, A., Cerino, D., Freshwater, D. W., Green, S. J., Muñoz, R. C., Paris, C., Whitfield, P. E.
Format:	article biblioteca
Language:	English
Published:	2009
Subjects:	Biology, Ecology, Fisheries,
Online Access:	http://hdl.handle.net/1834/30719
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